I've met architects before, and they're not living the life we see on TV.
I'm an actor; I have an ego that is sometimes disproportionate to the reality of the situation.
According to a British poll, you've only got a one in five chance of achieving your childhood career ambition. Which probably explains why you don't run into that many cowboys, princesses, or space rangers.
No matter how big you are in the business, at the end of the day it's still work.
Such professions as the soldier and the lawyer ... give ample opportunity for crimes but not much for mere illusions. ... If you have lost a battle you cannot believe you have won it; if your client is hanged you cannot pretend that you have gotten him off.
School is such an encouraging and safe environment. It's filled with idealism and just really working on your craft. When you enter the business world - where art meets commerce - it can become quite depressing.
You know once you get in the business you know what you're getting into.
I suppose romantically there are fantasies that can still be realized. But not professionally.
