Quote by Jimmy Carr

As soon as I did my first five minutes of stand-up I knew that I would rather be a failure at comedy than a success in marketing.

As soon as I did my first five minutes of stand-up I knew th

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This quote reflects the speaker's realization and passion for pursuing a career in comedy. They experienced such joy and fulfillment performing stand-up that they were willing to risk failure in their comedic pursuits rather than settling for success in a marketing career that may not bring them the same level of personal satisfaction. It highlights the importance of following one's true passion and being willing to take risks in order to pursue a fulfilling and authentic career path.

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