It's fantastic that approach worked for you, but sometimes focusing on undervalued skills doesn't automatically translate to success. I've noticed it really depends on aligning those skills with tangible opportunities or markets. Linda has a point about setbacks being crushing, and that initial disappointment can cloud any potential upside. Olivia's idea of a quiet advantage is spot on, though it usually requires patience and a shift in perspective. Your story is encouraging because it shows persistence can rewrite a rejection narrative!