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Melanie Perkins faced over 100 investor rejections but stayed motivated through her persistence and never-give-up attitude. She viewed each setback as a chance to grow, refining her pitch based on feedback. As she said, “Rejection hurts, a lot, but failure was never an option.” she showed the power of perseverance. Remember, persistence is key to keep pushing forward! 💪✨

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