September 21, 2004
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Hugh MacLeod
I'm a cartoonist.
I sell limited-edition prints.
I wrote a book.
I'm CEO of Stormhoek USA, which markets South African wine in the States.
I also draw private commissions.
Prints |
Opening | Current |
|---|---|---|
Bluetrain |
$900 | |
We Need to Talk |
$650 | |
Portfolio #2 |
$300 | |
NY NY |
$275 |
Good point. Don’t ever presume your current position is stable, or that your market is indefinite. If you’re not petrified of losing your job every day, you’re probably already unemployed.
Your insights would be a lot easier to take, Hugh, if they weren’t dripping with condescension for those who haven’t reached your level of “success.” That art director who got laid off probably feels bad enough already without seeing his sad story splashed for all to see on some website. Stop looking down your nose at everyone. The view may not be as nice, but at least you’ll gain a better perspective. After all, there but by the grace of God (or Lee Clow) goes you…