The Rejection Advantage
Verity Craft equips purpose-driven leaders and teams with the tools to get past their fear of "no" – so that they can stop procrastinating and start hitting their targets.
"Several months later, people are still talking about what they learned and how it’s made a positive difference for their work.” – Daria Williamson, Auckland Executive Club
What is the cost of playing it safe?
When your people are afraid of rejection, they don't take action. And it's costing your organisation more than you can afford.
That call they’ve been avoiding, the great idea they don't share in a meeting, the ambitious unfinished projects… They all add up.
It’s human to protect yourself from “no”.
But what if getting more “no”s was the fastest way to get a “yes”? What if helping your team embrace the rejection they fear is the secret to unlocking their potential – in work, in sales, and in life?
About Verity Craft
After over a decade in business and a lifetime as a theatre nerd, I'm pretty great at hearing "no"!
Years of auditioning meant learning how to deal with rejection – again and again (and again!). But it turned out that learning how to move past all those “no”s wasn’t just helping me get cast. It also gave me the best possible foundation for succeeding in business leadership and sales – my audition mindset.
Having spent the last 13 years growing Intelligent Ink, New Zealand’s leading book agency for thought leaders, I've navigated plenty of tough times. In an economy that has often felt like a series of bad reviews, I've used The Audition Mindset© to keep the show running. It’s all paid off – thanks to staying focused even through the rejection along the way.
Now I bring that combo of business grit and theatre-kid energy to my favourite place to be – the stage – as I help people stop second-guessing and start making the big asks that drive growth.
What audiences are saying....
“Verity was a keynote speaker at the Auckland Executive Club. She had the audience interested right from the start, and her energy was infectious. Several months later, people are still talking about what they learned and how it’s made a positive difference for their work.”
– Daria Williamson, President, Auckland Executive Club.
"If you're looking for a speaker that has punch and will hold your audience’s attention, then Verity is your winner! Her bubbly spirit will rock your audience into action. Verity is very professional, I highly recommend her."
– Walter Neilands, TV Personality and Founder of Screen Grab Media Ltd.
“Verity ran an excellent two-hour workshop as part of our Next Fest festival of sustainable innovation. The workshop was fun, engaging and practical and Verity is a fantastic presenter – full of energy, enthusiasm and expert knowledge.”
– Fiona Stephenson, Sustainable Business Network.
Give your team The Rejection Advantage
Give your team tangible, inspiring strategies for overcoming that fear of “no” so they can finally overcome procrastination and take real action towards your organisation's goals. The Rejection Advantage is adaptable depending on your specific audience – here are just a few ways Verity can support your team or event:
The Rejection Advantage
Verity's signature keynote to help overcome the fear of "no" to get to more "yes". For people who struggle with procrastination at work and in life, this keynote is designed to shift audiences into a positive, practical mindset that sees them taking action.
The Callback Strategy
It's time to turn rejections into revenue! Perfect for sales teams already familiar with the sting of rejections or new salespeople struggling to adjust, this keynote offers tangible tools and tactics for overcoming “no” even when it feels hard.
You’re not lazy, you’ve just got stage fright
Designed for founders, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the throes of outreach, brand-building, and establishing their business. Discover how to move past your natural fear to take action and get the wins you need.
An uplifting, honest approach from a true stage performer, Verity brings energy, humour, and plenty of practical advice to a topic every leader should be thinking about right now.
What could you do if "no" wasn't a barrier?
Imagine a team that isn't afraid to aim higher because they know how to nurture rejection as a skill. At the end of our time together, your audience will:
Feel braver and more willing to TRY.
See rejection as a normal, non-fatal part of business and personal growth.
Have the tools to "get back on the horse" immediately after a setback.