JK Rowling on Failure and Imagination

In June 2008, JK Rowling, author of the best-selling Harry Poter book series, delivered a wonderful commencement address to the Harvard Alumni Association.

Her speech about “the Fringe Benefits of Failure, and the Importance of Imagination” is truly magical. Simple, intelligent and with many nuggets of wisdom, she expresses a lot of opinions I share deep down, but can not express as eloquently as she does.

For those with low connection or who prefer the quill to the camera, you can visit the Harvard Alumni Association page. I invite the others to watch the prepare themselves a cup of coffee, relax, and enjoy the following video:

J.K. Rowling Speaks at Harvard Commencement from Harvard Magazine on Vimeo