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WorkLife with Adam Grant

How novelist Gabrielle Zevin learned to enjoy failure

Jun 25, 2024
38:36
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Acclaimed novelist Gabrielle Zevin discusses embracing failure, finding inspiration, and balancing success and creativity with host Adam Grant. They explore key elements of storytelling and reflect on personal growth in writing, emphasizing the value of collaboration and redefining success on personal terms.
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Quick takeaways

  • Embracing failure can fuel creativity and lead to future success in writing.
  • Balancing success and failure in writing is crucial for maintaining creativity and artistic freedom.

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Exploring the Dynamics of Success and Failure in Writing Novels

The episode delves into the experiences of a novelist, Gabrielle Zevin, discussing the challenges and rewards of writing. Zevin shares her journey through successes and failures in creating novels. She reflects on the importance of failure in fostering creativity and growth, highlighting how past failures led to future successes in her writing career.

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