You Might Be a Late Bloomer
The life secrets of those who flailed early but succeeded by old age
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Modern society tends to glamorize the successes of those under age 30. Yet history shows that, in domains ranging from business to science to art, it’s often the late bloomer who achieves more enduring success. The average age of a person who makes a Nobel Prize–winning discovery, for example, is 44. In this insightful article, cultural commentator David Brooks explores notable examples of people who failed early but who, ultimately, made their mark on the world. He explains why late bloomers take longer to achieve their success, highlighting qualities that lead them to achieve great things.
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David Brooks is a political and cultural commentator who writes for The Atlantic and The New York Times. His most recent book is How to Know a Person.
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