Are you working on your narrative podcast with the hope that winning an Ambie or hitting a million downloads will make you happy? Let's take a few minutes to think about it. I'm inspired by a very successful friend to mull over why we do creative work, how we deal with critics, and what creative living can look like.  ……………. Show notes:  Sometimes you have to let idea rest and then come back to it: I started this draft a year ago after "Sam" first told me about interviewing for this other position, but in that initial draft, I just introduced the general theme and summarized Sam's accomplishments. That draft was OK, but a bit weak on the characterization. But then opening it again last week, the college anecdotes came out, which makes it a more interesting and effective piece. Then, after recording version 7 of the script, I was still about 30 seconds over, so I went in and listened and reread and cut some more.  Hunter S. Thompson's letter to his friend about vocation Laura's interview with acclaimed author Anthony Doerr for Shelter in Place. How do you find ways of functioning that fulfill you regardless of outcome? Simply reflecting on the times you've been happiest at work (or pursuing hobbies or volunteering) can help. I'd also recommend a work-oriented personality test like Strengths Finder, or more broadly, general personality tests such as the Enneagram, Myers-Briggs, or Big Five. P.S. Truity, the leader in online personality testing, was one of my freelance clients a little while back — a very fulfilling client to work with!

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