They Told Him He Wasn't Ready Seven Years Later He Came Back as President (Ep. 17 Re-Release)

Gabe Moreno thought he was ready to lead the school that had already been such a big part of his life. They told him he wasn't. Instead of letting that rejection define him, Gabe left, gained new experience, developed as a leader, and kept moving forward. Years later, Bishop Dunne called him back—this time to become president. In this episode of The Grit Mindset with Matt Rosen, Gabe talks about what those years taught him about failure, perseverance, leadership, and why being told "not yet" doesn't mean "never." He also shares why today's world of convenience may be making it harder for the next generation to tolerate frustration—and why learning to fail might be one of the most valuable skills we can teach. Watch the full conversation on The Grit Mindset with Matt Rosen's YouTube channel.