"I have pretty thick skin, and I think if you're going to be in this business, if you're going to be an actor or a writer, you better have a thick skin."

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This quotation examines the core nature of Work as articulated by John Irving. Within historical and literary traditions, reflections on Work provide actionable mental models, challenging individuals to evaluate personal ethics, self-discipline, and daily actions.

About John Irving

John Winslow Irving is an American and Canadian novelist, short story writer, and screenwriter.

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