Talent Is Bullshit — Here’s What It Actually Takes to Make It in a Creative Career

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Growing up, it seemed like talent was the Holy Grail.

If you were talented enough at whatever you did, you had it made. This was a myth that was perpetuated not only by other kids, but by the adults around us.

I remember playing varsity softball and leaving the field one night. I overheard a…