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10 Famous Creative Minds That Didn’t Quit Their Day Jobs
By Lydia Dishman — 2013
Kurt Vonnegut worked at a car dealer after publishing his first novel, and Philip Glass worked as a plumber while crafting his music. So while you may be itching to ditch your 9 to 5, take a lesson from these legendary creatives and pursue your passions while still collecting a pay check.
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