Quote by Richard Russo

I never worry about people not taking my work seriously as a result of the humor. In the end, the comic's best trick is the illusion that comedy is effortless. That people imagine what he's doing is easy is an occupational hazard.

I never worry about people not taking my work seriously as a

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This quote highlights the perspective of a comedian who is not bothered by the perception that their work is not taken seriously because of its humorous nature. The quote suggests that comedy appears effortless, and this misconception can be detrimental to the comedian. It implies that people may underestimate the hard work and skill required to create successful comedy, bringing to light the occupational hazard faced by comedians - the assumption that what they do is easy.

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