EP 152: Building Resilience: Lessons from Rejection w/ Paul Faronbi
Mon Feb 02 2026
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In this episode of IncrediPaul Leadership, host Paul Faronbi, delves into the theme of resilience, particularly in the context of professional challenges faced by young adults, especially Gen Z. He shares a personal story from his internship at Nestle USA, where he expected to receive a full-time job offer but ultimately did not. This experience taught him valuable lessons about rejection and the importance of resilience in navigating career setbacks. Paul introduces an acrostic framework based on the word 'REST' to help listeners develop resilience, emphasizing that rejection is inevitable and that evaluating experiences is crucial for growth.
Throughout the episode, Paul encourages listeners to embrace their setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth. He highlights the importance of being proactive in seeking new opportunities and articulating one's passion during the job search process. By sharing his journey and insights, Paul aims to inspire others to cultivate resilience and strive for their best selves, regardless of the challenges they face in their careers.
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Rejection is inevitable; it's a part of growth.
Evaluate your experiences to learn from failures.
Seek out mentorship and guidance during setbacks.
Articulate your passion when pursuing opportunities.
Don't let setbacks deter you from your goals.
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WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE Pick up IncrediPaul merch In this episode of IncrediPaul Leadership, host Paul Faronbi, delves into the theme of resilience, particularly in the context of professional challenges faced by young adults, especially Gen Z. He shares a personal story from his internship at Nestle USA, where he expected to receive a full-time job offer but ultimately did not. This experience taught him valuable lessons about rejection and the importance of resilience in navigating career setbacks. Paul introduces an acrostic framework based on the word 'REST' to help listeners develop resilience, emphasizing that rejection is inevitable and that evaluating experiences is crucial for growth. Throughout the episode, Paul encourages listeners to embrace their setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth. He highlights the importance of being proactive in seeking new opportunities and articulating one's passion during the job search process. By sharing his journey and insights, Paul aims to inspire others to cultivate resilience and strive for their best selves, regardless of the challenges they face in their careers. Follow me on Socials THREADS TWITTER INSTAGRAM LINKEDIN TAKEAWAYS Rejection is inevitable; it's a part of growth. Evaluate your experiences to learn from failures. Seek out mentorship and guidance during setbacks. Articulate your passion when pursuing opportunities. Don't let setbacks deter you from your goals. Need career or leadership coaching? Stay connected with all I'm doing