BigDeal #101 Nothing and Nobody Will Ever Hurt You Again - After This.
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Nov 3, 2025 Failure is often seen as the end, but it can actually be a powerful teacher. The host shares personal stories of rejection and setbacks, including college failures and tough job feedback. She highlights how embracing challenges can lead to major breakthroughs, stressing the importance of networking and having difficult conversations. From pivoting after a divorce to building a billion-dollar business, her experiences show that resilience and learning from mistakes are the keys to success. Ultimately, she advocates for viewing failure as a stepping stone, not a barrier.
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Failure As The Currency Of Success
- Failure is the entry price to eventual success and a necessary part of growth.
- A chip on your shoulder can outperform praise by forcing you to prove people wrong.
Arizona State Fueled The Hustle
- Codie failed to get into Ivy League schools and barely got into Arizona State.
- That anonymity forced her to work harder and earn a grant, which shaped her hustle.
Ask Stupid Questions At The Right Event
- Senior year Codie had no job offers and felt embarrassed about moving back home.
- Attending a finance conference and asking basic questions won her a Vanguard offer that paid three times more.