Malala Yousafzai
Youngest Nobel Peace Prize Laureate in History | UN Messenger of Peace | Co-Founder & Executive Chair, Malala Fund
World’s Foremost Authority on Rejection; Top Inspirational and Resilience Keynote; Most-Viewed TED Talk Speaker
Speaker Jia Jiang is a globally recognized speaker and author best known for his viral TED Talk and bestselling book Rejection Proof, which explore his bold experiment of facing 100 days of rejection. As the founder of Rejection Therapy and Wuju Learning, he empowers individuals and organizations to overcome fear and build resilience. His upcoming book, The Art of Achieving Ambitious Things, offers a practical framework for turning bold goals into reality.
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Speaker Jia Jiang rose to global recognition with his wildly popular TED Talk, What I Learned from 100 Days of Rejection—ranked among the top 200 of all time. His viral experiment inspired the bestselling book Rejection Proof, which became a #1 audiobook sensation. Since then, Jia has established himself as a leading voice on overcoming rejection, building resilience, and unlocking bold confidence in life and business.
His unique approach—often humorous, always insightful—has resonated with audiences at Google, Visa, Dell Technologies, and other Fortune 500 companies. Jia’s highly anticipated new book, The Art of Achieving Ambitious Things (Simon & Schuster, May 2026), introduces his powerful One Action Goal framework to help people tackle challenges and chase their dreams.
What makes Jia’s story so compelling is its authenticity. From growing up in Beijing dreaming of being the next Bill Gates, to navigating life as a Chinese exchange student in rural Louisiana, he has truly lived the journey from fear to fearless. Along the way, he made unforgettable “asks”—like requesting a burger refill or Olympic ring-shaped doughnuts—which became legendary moments in his 100 Days of Rejection challenge.
Today, speaker Jia Jiang is the CEO of Rejection Therapy and Wuju Learning, companies dedicated to helping individuals and organizations become fearless. He also serves on the board of LifeHikes®, a global professional development firm trusted by top tech giants.
His insights have been featured in TIME, CNN, NPR, Bloomberg, and more. Jia holds a degree in Computer Science from Brigham Young University and an MBA from Duke University.
For many of us, the fear of rejection is the biggest barrier standing between us and our goals. Whether in business, relationships, or personal growth, we often play it safe—avoiding potential rejection at the cost of missed opportunities.
Entrepreneur and bestselling author Jia Jiang knows this struggle firsthand. Determined to conquer his own fear, he embarked on a bold 100-day challenge of intentionally seeking rejection. From asking strangers for $100 to requesting a “burger refill” at a fast food joint, Jia’s unexpected and often hilarious experiences became the foundation of his viral TED Talk and his book Rejection Proof, now a global bestseller. His journey has made him the go-to expert on turning rejection into a tool for growth and confidence.
What Audiences Will Gain:
In this high-energy and inspiring keynote, Jia shares unforgettable stories and actionable insights from his 100 Days of Rejection. Audiences discover how to build emotional resilience, embrace risk, and use rejection as fuel for success. Jia also reveals how a simple shift in mindset can turn “no” into “yes”—more often than you'd think. Blending humor, vulnerability, and powerful takeaways, his talk leaves listeners motivated, empowered, and ready to tackle their own fears head-on. It’s no surprise Fortune 500 companies and individuals alike credit him with transforming the way they approach challenges.
Discipline isn’t just about grit or pushing through discomfort—it’s the ability to consistently take difficult action over time. It’s also the foundation of long-term success.
While many believe discipline comes from motivation, willpower, or pain tolerance, the truth is, most people instinctively avoid pain. That’s why so many personal goals fall short and teams miss their targets. In this game-changing keynote, bestselling author Jia Jiang offers a powerful alternative: discipline driven by love. Rather than forcing ourselves to endure the hard stuff, what if we could actually learn to enjoy it?
What Audiences Will Learn:
Through a series of engaging and often funny personal stories, Jia reveals the tools and habits he’s developed to fall in love with tough actions—from building a business and mastering sales, to public speaking, networking, and even parenting. He shares a practical system that replaces burnout with enthusiasm, and stress with satisfaction. Audiences leave with a refreshing mindset shift and actionable strategies to pursue ambitious goals—not with dread, but with passion and joy.
This uplifting talk transforms how individuals and teams view discipline, offering a sustainable path to achievement rooted in positivity, not pressure.
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