Career Quote by Susan Cheever
“I don't really think of writing as a career. It's something that happened to me. By working harder than I knew it was possible to work, I have become passable at it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Writing Life, 1998
Writing is not a career choice but a happenstance; hard work turns it into a passable skill.
In simple terms: Writing happens to you; effort makes you decent.
Key Takeaway
Practice diligently to improve writing.
Themes
writing
career
skill development
effort
Mood
introspective
encouraging
Type
creative
career
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- daily practice
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
creative process
self‑discovery
professional growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits improve writing?
- How do you recognize writing as a vocation?
A Different Perspective
May undervalue formal training.
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