You have to understand how bad I wanted to be a comedian, how much I loved doing it. I still can't believe I get to do this for a living and have people come up and want to see me.
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You have to show up at 7 in the morning and be on like it's 9 at night. It's a skill. Some comics run from it, and they hate doing it, but the comics that are pros understand how important it is, and they get good at it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success requires consistent effort and the ability to perform at your best, regardless of the time or circumstances.
In this quote, Bill Burr emphasizes the necessity for comedians, and by extension, for anyone striving for success, to be fully present and engaged in their work. He highlights that professionalism involves not only the talent or creativity one possesses but also the willingness to put in the effort even when the circumstances are challenging. The ability to perform at a high level, effectively acknowledging that it's a skill that separates the greats from those who struggle, is pivotal in achieving success.
Themes
ComedyProfessionalsEffortSuccessSkill
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech at a comedy workshop.
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