Jia Jiang

Jia Jiang, an entrepreneur who conquered his fear of rejection by seeking it out for 100 days, joins the discussion on the importance of asking for help. He shares how embracing vulnerability not only improves personal happiness but also strengthens social bonds. Jiang recounts surprising moments, like successfully requesting Olympic ring-shaped donuts, showcasing the kindness of others. The conversation reveals that most people enjoy helping, challenging the notion that asking for assistance is a sign of weakness.

We experience rejection all the time–in job interviews, while dating, when pitching a story or even trying to join a new club or activity. But if rejection happens so often, why is it so scary? And worse, what if our fear of being rejected is keeping us from going after the things we want? Jia Jiang is kind of a rejection expert–he’s gone from a career in the corporate world to the risky world of entrepreneurship. To conquer his fear of rejection, he started the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy blog, where he documented an experiment in which he willfully sought rejection on a daily basis. Now he’s authored a bestselling book, and owns a company dedicated to helping people overcome their fear of rejection. In this episode, he shares what he’s learned over the years on how to turn fear into triumph. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.