Did you know that emotional resilience is a skill acquired through experience? As you go through the ups and downs of freelancing, here are 4 common situations where you will need to practice emotional resilience:
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1. When you are rejected by a prospect
Learn how to bounce back immediately and focus on the next prospect. This will help you develop resilience towards rejection across all aspects of life.
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2. When you are aware that you messed up
The truth is, you are going to mess up at some point- no matter how hard you try not to. The key is to see every opportunity as a learning opportunity.
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3. When a client is being unreasonable
Avoid additional stress by taking your time to think before you respond. DO NOT REACT IMMEDIATELY.
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4. When you face the reality that your animation business 100% relies on you
Regardless of your emotions, you have to move forward no matter what. Remember to stay focussed on the long-term rather than the short-term.
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