Rethinking failure: Barbara Corcoran at TEDxBarnardCollege

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  • Опубліковано 29 гру 2013
  • In her TEDxBarnardCollege talk, Barbara Corcoran
    kicks off the day with her personal, first hand experience of embracing failure and re-imagining what it has meant for her own path to success.
    Barbara Corcoran's credentials include straight D's in high school and college and twenty jobs by the time she turned twenty-three. It was her next job that would make her one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the country when she took a $1000 loan to start The Corcoran Group. As one of the "Sharks" on ABC's hit TV show, SHARK TANK, Barbara has ponied up her own money and invested in more than a dozen businesses, competing to make those deals for all to see, then shepherding them to success.
    The Athena Center for Leadership Studies at Barnard College was proud to host a diverse and talented line up of speakers who shared their stories of resilience and failure. www.TEDxBarnardCollege.com
    In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

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  • @rackallthetime
    @rackallthetime 7 років тому +520

    I failed at something today. I searched "failure" on UA-cam and found this. Barb you cut my "feel sorry for myself" time by 90%. thank you

  • @riffmaj7
    @riffmaj7 8 років тому +322

    It's always inspiring to hear success stories from people who have failed, not once or twice, but many.

  • @mackss9468
    @mackss9468 Рік тому +23

    I just failed something I had been working towards for five years. Watching this really helped. I feel ready to try again for the sixth year! Thank you!

    • @apuloshohe
      @apuloshohe Рік тому +2

      I dunno what u r upto but my guts instinct told me that what ever you are upto it's gonna work out at the end . and if incase u sees this comment then i want you to feel at ease and clap for yourself saying “I am grateful and thankful to myself" .. have a good life ahead wherever it may lead to .....

  • @modernmarvel
    @modernmarvel 8 років тому +121

    What type of badassery is this?!?
    This woman is a fucking legend!
    She's proof that when you fall forward you will always have a cushion underneath waiting for you.

  • @jasminejones551
    @jasminejones551 5 років тому +5

    I failed today. I often beat myself up about messing up because I can’t see past it. I love being good at things. I love succeeding. I have this irrational fear of embarrassment. I don’t want to be bad at anything. But I have the slightest bit of optimism that I will overcome.

  • @OlivierSevers
    @OlivierSevers 4 роки тому +88

    I've failed more this year than in any other year. It's been hard. I've lost so much but at the same time gained so much and learnt so much about myself. I've been an emotional yo yo. Elated one minute. Rock bottom the next. But it's strangely been the best year of my life just because I have learnt so much..

    • @daralillyluchen3722
      @daralillyluchen3722 4 роки тому

      Olivier - Life Hack Training can definitely relate to the emotional rollercoaster. 99% of time it makes us stronger and better people.

    • @vladimirputin583
      @vladimirputin583 4 роки тому

      Good luck

    • @rnopes21
      @rnopes21 3 роки тому

      Same here sir.

    • @yesdraka
      @yesdraka Рік тому

      Wow! Yes!

    • @josiahamaze
      @josiahamaze Рік тому

      Same this last year for me

  • @santalos5
    @santalos5 3 роки тому +6

    Guys this is about Barbara Corcoran. Please google how a man returned to an emptied out home after 2-month hospital stay for COVID. This lady and her team assumed he was going to die so they rented out his apartment and sold all his stuff, and they said its because its a "health hazard" which is a complete BS excuse. They didnt sell his piano but I assure you they tried to sell it on craiglist.

  • @DazelleSteele
    @DazelleSteele 10 років тому +108

    "...let's hear it for rejection!" Love this speech Barbara. You are a natural storyteller and motivator. Thank you for this speech. It is very insightful and motivational. I needed to hear it. I appreciate you!

  • @JousefM
    @JousefM 3 роки тому +10

    I actually wanted this talk to go five times longer. Barbara is a damn good speaker!

  • @LazyChristy
    @LazyChristy 7 років тому +18

    What a beautiful speech and what an empathetic woman. I'm at a time where I'm feeling like a failure because I don't have a university education at nearly 25 when all the other people I went to school with are successful working people, and everyone just seems so much better off than me. I have to thank depression and failure too though because without them I don't think I would be as much of a sympathetic person as I am today. Funnily enough failure has also taught me to get up and not give up either so I'm working on my education now. This speech has reminded me that and I will try to keep on that track. Thank you so much for this!

  • @jawwadmehmood9944
    @jawwadmehmood9944 5 років тому +5

    I continue to take xanax everyday because I live with depression. I have turned my back on passion. I don’t know why I am writing this here. Barbara you are an inspiration. And I hope at some point I can be passionate again. Thank You.

  • @brianstacync
    @brianstacync 10 років тому +8

    Barbara is awesome!! A real person, no BS.

  • @devorahfriedlander9139
    @devorahfriedlander9139 7 років тому +11

    "Let's hear it for rejection!" -my new motto :)

  • @user-zh6gv2mh9l
    @user-zh6gv2mh9l 7 років тому +6

    When ur heroes become ur rivals u know u made it

  • @cowboybebop4099
    @cowboybebop4099 5 років тому +144

    Sued donald trump and won. What a legend

    • @AllHandlesRTaken
      @AllHandlesRTaken 4 роки тому +4

      cowboybebop Sadly enough, she had to sue him to get him to pay up.
      Not paying people is not a desirable qualitative personality trait.

    • @lynettemiller7912
      @lynettemiller7912 3 роки тому +1

      THAT, right there, is enough to make me love her!

  • @STARTtoSOLD
    @STARTtoSOLD 4 роки тому +5

    I love Barbra for her vulnerability - beautiful, inspiring and badass.

  • @cookedbyjackie
    @cookedbyjackie 3 роки тому +1

    Rejection and Failure are hard for anyone to swallow and no matter how many times we fail, we must get up again. This is very difficult to do but she just explained that it is the key to success--to fail.

  • @Divine-vg7qg
    @Divine-vg7qg 4 роки тому +5

    I failed my forensic psychology TMA and i started off great in the beginning and kept failing all the way through but now i researched you barbara and realised im awesome at failure and thats actually something im good at! Which im ok with, before that i done my acting degree got to my BA honours and then failed my masters but then went onto study this course im currently doing ...if i keep failing im bound to succeed, wherever life may take me... thank you🙏🎉

  • @lionessk9385
    @lionessk9385 9 років тому +146

    Her Chinese accent was the best.

  • @monicaheyden
    @monicaheyden 10 років тому +39

    Barbara--as a woman entrepreneur who's on her 4th business, you are one of my biggest heroes. Thanks so much for sharing your story.

    • @keabonhall2436
      @keabonhall2436 Рік тому

      Have you learned that you’re really bad at it yet?

    • @logielleEntiopya
      @logielleEntiopya 2 місяці тому

      ​​​@@keabonhall2436 You do not even know her, it makes no sense to assume that a stranger person cannot be competent at something.

  • @LovelyVanessa01
    @LovelyVanessa01 8 років тому +51

    Barbara for president

    • @icedcoldkilla
      @icedcoldkilla 7 років тому +7

      she'd be out before she even went in.

  • @ashleylove6840
    @ashleylove6840 2 роки тому +4

    Today I failed at something and the quote " Reward efforts more than results" Just made me see everything in a different light. First it inspires me to try harder and if I fail just to get back up and try harder. :) Thank you so much, you made my day and this week. I felt horrible but now I feel like a weight has lifted off my shoulder.

  • @VanessaLeevl
    @VanessaLeevl 7 років тому +20

    This is exactly what we ALL need to hear.

  • @bobthorlton5207
    @bobthorlton5207 9 років тому +6

    The rejection's sharpened your insights to oppertunity by understanding how the molecules vibrate in our universe. You possess the spirit that binds us all together.

  • @hungrydan
    @hungrydan 4 роки тому +6

    WOW, I love Barbara even more now. Thx Barbara! I just went through a lot of racial discrimination and flat out persecution in China for teaching jobs simply because I didn't look the part or because I am a Christian. Your email that you sent really inspired me. Keep up what you're doing, Barbara!

  • @nelsonmartinez2420
    @nelsonmartinez2420 8 років тому +43

    Thanks. I needed to see that!!! I will not allow to feel sorry too long

    • @shadowproductions9825
      @shadowproductions9825 7 років тому

      nelson martinez amen!!! Thank u I needed. To see ur comment and this video too

    • @daralillyluchen3722
      @daralillyluchen3722 4 роки тому

      The difference between a master and a novice is that: a master has failed more times!!!!!

  • @ElenaWilkins
    @ElenaWilkins 8 років тому +1

    The more I hear this woman speak, the more I respect and love her. Thank you , Barbara!

  • @ericthuku6087
    @ericthuku6087 9 років тому +14

    Great motivation for me this Monday, when I'm feeling like crap. Love it!

  • @MrRobDouglas
    @MrRobDouglas 10 років тому +30

    Failure is the greatest teacher and molder of #greatness. It's a #principle I've come to embrace!

  • @marcelbonnici2622
    @marcelbonnici2622 4 роки тому +5

    I'm scared of failure, and, for that reason, I'm out.

  • @Bill-lt5qf
    @Bill-lt5qf 10 років тому +22

    Very optimistic woman. Good on her

  • @AngieWaltersTorus
    @AngieWaltersTorus 9 років тому

    Thank you for your talk. I can sure relate to this rejection. I have to get over thinking people stereotype me instantly or if they do I have to focus on my plans.

  • @AngelFlores-li7rh
    @AngelFlores-li7rh 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing Barbara truly inspirational

  • @byemilieh
    @byemilieh 10 років тому

    Very clear and very inspiring. Thank you for sharing!

  • @Darsy369
    @Darsy369 10 років тому +14

    one of the best ted talks I've seen.

  • @evofit85
    @evofit85 10 років тому +3

    In a dark time at moment....talks such as these are very inspiring. Thanks from a baby shark

  • @Mia-ei4mh
    @Mia-ei4mh Рік тому +2

    Wow this is gorgeous 🍀 I failed major academic entrance exams but I'm still standing, proof rejection is redirection.

  • @TheLofiDragon
    @TheLofiDragon 5 років тому

    Thanks Barbara. 😊 Very encouraging.

  • @mkatherineeagan7007
    @mkatherineeagan7007 10 років тому +2

    I loved this so much and needed it today!

  • @jennyhollinger5592
    @jennyhollinger5592 10 років тому +3

    Thank you for sharing this.

  • @DogoArgentinoUSA
    @DogoArgentinoUSA Рік тому

    A beautiful talk which helped me through the raw pain of utter failure!

  • @RyanMiller_InChrist
    @RyanMiller_InChrist 10 років тому +19

    Great talk Barbara. You are very inspiring.

  • @TheNickparsa
    @TheNickparsa 2 роки тому

    Barbara You are an inspiration I am so glad I have got to know you and approached this video

  • @filsanali5830
    @filsanali5830 9 років тому

    Simple but great insight. Thank you

  • @arielamar950
    @arielamar950 3 роки тому

    Thank you very much for sharing your experience with failure.

  • @CLR38
    @CLR38 9 років тому +14

    You are a genius!!!!
    And yes, a ginormous inspiration as well!!!

  • @souvikkundu
    @souvikkundu 8 років тому +4

    Her message really uplifted me big time. This was desperately needed. Thank you Barbara!

  • @mdawes101
    @mdawes101 9 років тому +30

    Great words from a great woman.

  • @oheavenknows
    @oheavenknows 10 років тому +1

    Barbara you are AWESOME...thank you so much for sharing!

  • @MartinTothSK
    @MartinTothSK 9 років тому +7

    Oh man I love this woman. Keep rocking woman.

  • @SuperPao5
    @SuperPao5 8 років тому +4

    Wow!! Great speech..

  • @trungha2577
    @trungha2577 4 роки тому +3

    This is an amazing speech! Very inspiring!

  • @Trypyyyy
    @Trypyyyy 10 років тому +2

    I love you Barbara! You are my idol!!!

  • @michael50664
    @michael50664 9 років тому +2

    The most inspiring video I have ever watched. I admire your honesty. Rejection is something I have had to deal with in abundance as well, thank you for sharing your story.

  • @misj604
    @misj604 6 років тому +3

    Amazing talk Barbara. A lot of people take failure like a ton of brick that it take them so long to recover and pick up the pieces and start again. Very enlightening. Thank you.

  • @azzatamano2826
    @azzatamano2826 4 роки тому +2

    Very inspiring, thanks for sharing.

  • @shawnt7289
    @shawnt7289 3 роки тому

    She is such a inspiration!!!!! I will come back to this video as often as I can !!!!!

  • @mudkipfan2420
    @mudkipfan2420 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Barbara 👍🏻
    You are awe inspiring

  • @AFreelandMarketing
    @AFreelandMarketing 10 років тому +1

    I love you Barbra! Awesome share!

  • @Lisa_Fernandezhomeandlifestyle
    @Lisa_Fernandezhomeandlifestyle 5 років тому +2

    WOW, The most inspiring thought provoking video I’ve seen!!!

  • @gemimaespinoza6119
    @gemimaespinoza6119 4 роки тому +6

    Absolutely love her. What a strong woman ❤️

  • @taxwme
    @taxwme 9 років тому +4

    Nice talk, to comment on the last note you can expect rejection but dont ever accept it

  • @justinschiferl213
    @justinschiferl213 3 роки тому

    I’ve learned a lot from 2020. Especially when making decisions never make hasty decisions. Leaning from your mistakes is important and I have done so. I hope 2021 will be great. To this with covid or stuck in a remote area remember you will be fine just be positive!

  • @kims8317
    @kims8317 7 років тому

    Inspirational lady. Thank you for this talk.

  •  5 років тому

    incredible talk - thank you!

  • @vanessacooke597
    @vanessacooke597 6 років тому

    Thank you SO much for this inspiring talk! You may have just changed my life!!! :) sending lots of love and gratitude

  • @mmm4638
    @mmm4638 8 років тому +4

    just wow when i saw her on shark tank 30secs i knew shes a BOSS! and now it gets better, such an inspiration, failure road to success

  • @Melanie-wy9jd
    @Melanie-wy9jd 3 роки тому +1

    Barbara, you're an inspiration!! Thank you for being you.

  • @bettyannvillasenor3066
    @bettyannvillasenor3066 7 років тому

    I'm inspired by your mentioning that getting up from failure and recovering from rejection is what builds success. I watch shark tank on hulu and you are still kind and direct with your communication to entrepreneurs. One day I hope to offer the same gift to those who are where you were, where I am now but not for long.

  • @crystalsiafega1813
    @crystalsiafega1813 7 років тому

    I love her so much !!!

  • @alanwalk9084
    @alanwalk9084 4 роки тому +8

    She's incredible, I love Barbara!!!!

  • @josephholdman1037
    @josephholdman1037 5 років тому +5

    Thank You! Barb for being a great realtor.

  • @bobwilliams9061
    @bobwilliams9061 9 місяців тому

    Thank you Barbara. I needed that today.

  • @WallaceMartialArts
    @WallaceMartialArts 6 років тому

    You're awesome, thank you!

  • @aldoluvs
    @aldoluvs 9 років тому +3

    You're an amazing woman Barbara! Thank you!

  • @tameralaplante2733
    @tameralaplante2733 9 років тому

    Thank you Barbara

  • @mundanaess-haghabadi8199
    @mundanaess-haghabadi8199 11 місяців тому

    I love this. It's absolutely the truth. There is nothing like what comes off of the heels of failure! It has always opened the world of opportunity for me! Really appreciate this.

  • @officiallynotarizedforyou6751
    @officiallynotarizedforyou6751 3 роки тому +1

    Such a BRILLIANT person. Thank you for sharing your wisdom, Barbara.

  • @thedollofthemonthseries
    @thedollofthemonthseries 5 років тому

    I love this woman.

  • @YatHSo-ds6no
    @YatHSo-ds6no 10 років тому +1

    Doesn't get any more real than this. She is my idol.

  • @bludovegville
    @bludovegville Рік тому +1

    I love the lessons she shares. I recently read her biography and it was inspiring. Now when I encounter an obstacle or failure I am reminded of how she failed and came out of it... that every rejection / failure was an opportunity to get back up again.

  • @shaadi2561
    @shaadi2561 2 роки тому

    Thank you I needed this today

  • @geraldinemcdonald5355
    @geraldinemcdonald5355 10 років тому +7

    Good for you Barbara. You are a very strong woman.

  • @mad-cyantist3159
    @mad-cyantist3159 Рік тому +1

    I love her Humour, she seems like a very fun person to be around.

  • @jodydougherty7764
    @jodydougherty7764 10 років тому

    Barbara,
    I did not read until the 3rd grade as well...May I be a success and mentor like you to those who continue to see themselves as failures vs human.....Many thanks!!!!!

  • @markus-allenproctor8305
    @markus-allenproctor8305 10 років тому

    Great way to start my morning!

  • @attackonlui1367
    @attackonlui1367 7 років тому +164

    there's not enough lamps in the room, and for that reason I'm out.

    • @mr_coffee9917
      @mr_coffee9917 4 роки тому +4

      Just came to comments to see this. Shocked to see just one....I am out

  • @dogan6070
    @dogan6070 9 років тому

    Love you Barbara.

  • @gr82bloved43
    @gr82bloved43 3 роки тому +3

    This years resolution 2021... learning to fail forward 👍😉 This will be a new beginning for me !! Wish me luck ! When things start happening I’ll come back with stories 😊

  • @liligonzalez8521
    @liligonzalez8521 5 років тому

    This is just what I need to hear.

  • @anandateertha7865
    @anandateertha7865 7 років тому

    Very nice insightful talk..!! Thanks much.!!

  • @mich1583
    @mich1583 Рік тому

    Wow, this is a gem . Too bad I only found this talk now.
    Gonna saved for a reminder whenever I am too scared to take action.

  • @yz4043
    @yz4043 7 років тому

    LOVE HER!!!

  • @HockeyAdvice
    @HockeyAdvice 10 років тому +1

    She has the Best Business Advice of anyone I've seen!

  • @smartc541
    @smartc541 2 роки тому

    An inspiration and enjoyable to listen to. Reading Shark Tales. Love it.

  • @hodazaghloul3974
    @hodazaghloul3974 4 роки тому

    You are an inspiration

  • @vin0143
    @vin0143 2 роки тому +1

    Barbara is Iconic.

  • @eunicesantiago8223
    @eunicesantiago8223 8 років тому +3

    Amazing!

  • @hjahansouz
    @hjahansouz 6 років тому +1

    Thank you! This was a reality check for me.

  • @veganchaatparty
    @veganchaatparty 4 роки тому

    Super super super epic!!! Super thanks!!! Thanks!! Thanks!!! Thanks!!!