Bits Quote by Sharon Horgan
“I started writing sketches with Dennis Kelly, who I ended up writing 'Pulling' with. We entered a BBC competition and did quite well, then started writing bits for other people's shows. You wheedle your way in, write pilots and eventually you end up writing a sitcom.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with The Guardian, 2018
She describes a career path from sketch writing to sitcom creation, emphasizing networking and persistence in the TV industry.
In simple terms: She went from sketches to sitcoms by networking and perseverance.
Key Takeaway
Leverage collaborations and keep pitching ideas.
Themes
career development
networking
creativity
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
career advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing sketches
- entering competitions
- writing pilots
- joining sitcoms
Key Concepts
television writing
collaboration
industry entry
Questions to Reflect On
- How can newcomers break into TV without connections?
- What strategies help maintain creativity under pressure?
A Different Perspective
Success often depends on who you know, not just talent.
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