

640. Ten Things About Failure
9 snips Jun 23, 2025
Delve into the world of failure, where humor meets vulnerability in personal stories that reveal valuable lessons. Explore the emotional toll of repeated setbacks in creative pursuits and how they contribute to growth. Learn to embrace failure as a stepping stone toward success, celebrating small victories along the way. Discover the power of community and risk-taking, while uncovering how failure can lead to insights and happiness. It's a transformative journey that redefines what it means to truly succeed.
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Jordan's Framing Failures
- Jordan Grummet shares his experience of repeatedly failing while assembling picture frames and mounting artwork.
- His son had to help him, highlighting his frequent struggles with practical tasks.
Jordan's Many Failures
- Jordan recounts his personal failures including learning disabilities, sports, dating, and early career rejections.
- Despite frequent failures, he still considers himself a fairly successful person.
You Must Be Willing To Fail
- Embrace failure as essential to growth since new ventures often start with little skill or knowledge.
- Don’t fear failing; it's necessary to learn, improve, and ultimately achieve meaningful goals.