For 40 years, I didn't miss a single deadline, but since July, I have missed every one. I also, to my intense disappointment, missed the Telluride and Toronto film festivals. Having just written my first review since June (The Queen), I think an update is in order.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ebert missed deadlines and festivals recently after 40 years of punctuality, prompting an update.
- In plain terms
- He changed his habits recently and needs to explain why.
- What can you take from it?
- Life changes affect work routines.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you communicate career disruptions?
Another view
Missing deadlines may signal health issues but could be other reasons.
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