“I Was Told NO Over and Over” Molly Sims on Rejection, Reinvention & Building a Beauty Empire

Molly Sims is a supermodel, actress, author, entrepreneur, and podcast host. In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, Molly Sims sits down with Tamsen Fadal to reveal why midlife can be your most powerful chapter yet. From modeling for iconic fashion brands (Chanel, Jimmy Choo, Victoria’s Secret) and working alongside Hollywood’s biggest stars to raising $15 million for her skincare brand, YSE Beauty, Molly shares how she transformed rejection into resilience and built her career at every stage of life. In this episode, Molly Sims and Tamsen Fadal discuss: The mindset behind successful career pivots What it takes to be an “it girl” Overcoming rejection and imposter syndrome Heartbreak in your 30s and dating after 35 Hormonal acne, melasma, and skincare for women over 40 Perimenopause skin changes and confidence Starting and scaling a business in midlife Trusting your gut in business and leadership If you’re wondering what your next chapter looks like, this conversation is for you. If you liked this conversation, check this out: Stacy London: Reinvent Yourself (and Your Style) in Midlife: https://bit.ly/tts-yt-stacy-molly STAY CONNECTED WITH TAMSEN: Get ⁠Tamsen's newsletter filled with free tools⁠ to living better, feeling stronger, and knowing you’re never alone: https://bit.ly/tts-youtube-newsletter Get Tamsen’s NYT instant bestselling book, How To Menopause: https://bit.ly/tts-youtube-book Free Resources from Tamsen: https://bit.ly/tts-youtube-hub Watch all the episodes on YouTube: https://bit.ly/tts-youtube-playlist Follow Tamsen on Instagram: https://bit.ly/tts-youtube-ig2 The Tamsen Show on Instagram: https://bit.ly/tts-youtube-ig1 Follow Tamsen on TikTok: https://bit.ly/tts-youtube-tt 🧡 LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show: https://bit.ly/tts-yt-apple-review SPONSORS: This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit https://www.joinmidi.com/TAMSEN today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Use code TAMSEN at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com/ to get a Free Shimmer Face Oil with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 03:13 The “What’s Next?” Question That Follows Women Into Midlife 08:05 Being Told “You’re Too Fat” at 20 and Building Resilience After Rejection 09:00 The Grief and Strength That Shaped Her Confidence 21:24 Marriage at 39, Babies at 41 and 44, and Starting a Family on Your Timeline 25:30 Writing a 5-Year Plan in Midlife and The Exercise That Sparked a New Chapter 28:21 Launching WISE Beauty at 50 and Why Skincare for Perimenopause Was Missing 39:06 Raising $15 Million while Facing Fear and Hard CEO Decisions 42:15 Getting Into Sephora and What It Really Takes to Build a Successful Beauty Brand 46:10 Trusting Your Gut in Business, Asking for Help, and Making Hard Decisions as a Female Founder Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. ABOUT TAMSEN: Tamsen is a journalist, NYT best-selling author, podcast host, filmmaker and menopause advocate. As host of The Tamsen Show Podcast, she’s become a powerful voice in the conversation about midlife. She is the creator and producer of The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause and The (M) Factor 2: Before The Pause, groundbreaking documentaries calling for change in how we approach women’s health. Tamsen is also the author of the New York Times Bestseller How To Menopause, the ultimate guide to navigating midlife with confidence. From SXSW to Capitol Hill, Tamsen champions policies that break the stigma around menopause and empower women at work and beyond. After 30 years as a TV anchor, she now leads the charge in midlife health advocacy. Featured in Oprah Daily, GMA, The Today Show, NYT, and more. #mollysims #thetamsenshow #reinvention