#73 What Grit Looks Like for this Comedian, Writer & Artist | Interview with JJ Barrows

I frequently think: Comedians are the bravest people in the world. I mean, to get up on stage and try to be funny—the vulnerability and courage it takes to do that simply blows my mind! I love watching comedians perform. And my intrigue usually leads to me wondering, would I ever be able to do that?

I don’t know the answer to that question yet. But my fascination with comedians is just part of the reason I am so excited to introduce you to today’s guest on the Career Foresight podcast.

Last month, JJ performed at Dry Var Comedy in Utah, a major milestone in any comedians journey. This past week, she performed several times for the Seattle International Comedy Competition. She’s earned these opportunities because she’s good.

What stood out to me in our conversation was JJ’s grit and perseverance. 

Her comedy career is relatively new, she’s only been at it for three years. But building a creative career is something JJ’s been at for a while.

This Fall, along with her noteworthy comedy shows she’s also celebrating the launch of her first book, It’s Called a Spade. The book has been six years in the making. One thing JJ said that stuck out to me was, “I’ve changed a lot since first writing that book. But I wanted to honor the person I was at that time and see the publishing through.”

As we talked through JJ’s creative career we also discussed several topics that I know everyone can learn from and be encouraged by.

For full show notes, head to: https://www.careerforesight.co/podcast-feed/creative-grit