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Famous People Who Failed At First – II

Public Figures From politicians to talk show hosts, these figures had a few failures before they came out on top. Winston Churchill: This Nobel Prize-winning, twice-elected Prime Minster of the United Kingdom wasn't always as well regarded as he is … Continue reading

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Rags to Riches Success story of JK Rowling

Joanne Kathleen Rowling was born in Chipping Sodbury, England in 1965. She began writing at the age of 6 with a story called ‘Rabbit’, which she never finished. In high school her favorite subject was English. From High School, Rowling … Continue reading

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Inspiring Speech by J.K.Rowling, author of Harry Potter Novels.

     The Fringe Benefits of Failure, and the Importance of Imagination By J.K. Rowling     Speech at  Harvard University Commencement, June 5, 2008.    President Faust, members of the Harvard Corporation and the Board of Overseers, members of … Continue reading

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