Strong WILL and DISCIPLINE Will Make You SUCCESSFUL! | J.K. Rowling | Top 10 Rules

She's a British novelist best known as the author of the Harry Potter fantasy series.
The books have gained worldwide attention, won multiple awards, and sold more than 400 million copies.
In 2004, Forbes named her as the first person to become a billionaire by writing books.
She's J.K. Rowling and here are her Top 10 Rules for Success.
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1. Failure helps you discovers yourself
She went from living on state benefits to multi-millionaire status within 5 years.
2. Take action on your ideas
The Harry Potter books have become the best-selling book series in history.
3. You will be criticized
Anticipating that the target audience of young boys might not want to read a book written by a woman, her publishers asked that she use two initials, rather than her full name.
4. Remember where you started
She was diagnosed with clinical depression which she claims gave her inspiration to create the Dementors in the Potter series.
5. #Believe
Twelve publishing houses rejected her original Harry Potter manuscripts, but eventually small publisher Bloomsbury gave her a chance with a small advance.
6. There is always trepidation
She conceived the idea for Harry Potter in 1990. The 7 years that followed saw the death of her mother, divorce from her first husband and relative poverty until Rowling finished the first novel.
7. Life is not a checklist of achievements
She named communist and civil rights activist Jessica Mitford as her "most influential writer".
8. Persevere
She's the United Kingdom's best-selling living author, with sales in excess of £238m.
9. Dreams can happen
In 2010, she was named the "Most Influential Woman in Britain" by leading magazine editors.
10. We have the power to imagine better
Harry Potter is now a global brand worth an estimated US$15 billion.
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Great video Evan. Can you make something on JK Rowling? i believe she has an inspiring story. Perfect example of someone going from rags to riches.
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[@EvanCarmichael]

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[@appletherapy3492]

Evan Carmichael Even though you uploaded this years ago. Thanks for adding a comment. It makes it feel relevant to add comments 👍

[@ItWILLbeWONDERFUL_THERE]

I loved how she remained so floored by the success, when she went to her old apartment. And I LOVE that she advised parents NOT to belittle their kids' dreams.

[@EvanCarmichael]

:) #BTA852 Luka

[@JRichard112]

As a writer I appreciated rule #8 Persevere: about knowing that even though your writing maybe "rubbish" at first, every word you put down is making you better overall. That and Believe.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+John Wreed Thanks. #Believe .#BTA44 Nina

[@dudette7681]

I was going to write a comment about that part and then i saw yours. This part gave me hope and motivation to keep writing :).

[@kanchanshankar1086]

Thank you Evan. God Bless you. :-)

[@JHG875]

John Wreed the most important is to love what you do, persevere and then you can develop a distinctive style.

[@noorykorky5056]

John Wreed Yeah,that sentence inspired me the most too, because I always think that nobody would like my short stories, but Rowling inspired me to continue writing my short stories.

[@seamarshall5725]

" I wanted to write so I did. What's the worse that could happen: It gets turned down by ever publisher in Britain, Big Deal." #RememberWhereYouStarted

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Sea Marshall Awesome.. :). #BTA9 Nina

[@markbroges]

Very awesome approach! Just do your Best and I’d like to say, do it to the glory of God and it will already be a success!! Because you’re a success!!

[@pamiperry3329]

Send you story to Draft 2 Digital look online for more information, they do not take any money from you unless your book sells try selling your book for $4.00 what do you have to lose if they take your story then you can post it on my Facebook.

[@gokuson4238]

@@markbroges amazing! I truly believe that if you do it with the intention for the glory of God it will work out someday! Have a blessed life brothers and sisters! I wish you all the best!! 😇

[@appletherapy3492]

Goku Son True

[@pandapartain3041]

The fact that J.K. Rowling had depression makes me feel so much better about having it and being a writer.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the comment and for watching. #BelieveNation #BTA209 Shine

[@puspalatapani2152]

Do come up with something magical as she did. 💕 Best wishes.

[@akchris83]

She's a fighter been thru so much hardships and challenges to be able to write books i dreamed about doing that in the past but im a guy u n I have to understand no ones ever the same

[@aasthakhanna79]

I hope you’re healing. Sending love x

[@amygald]

I am a writer and went through depression and several family trouble myself. Pain makes artists, pain is useful. Use it as best as you can ❤

[@blockbusstar]

anyone who is struggling for succes, should watch this.. cause unlike most succesfull people jk rowling.. really struggled and purposely wanted succes and also was alone.. most people have these situations

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Nayan Thanks. #BTA18 Nina

[@ellamarie2258]

i believe there is power to heal in the written word...no matter if its fiction stories of some soulful self help books. Just write poetry, stories, diary, frustrations. Write to keep sane. You can find healing through writing.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Totally agree. :) #BTA346 Shine

[@kimberlyjackson4466]

You are so right. Writing is the voice that most are afraid to release out into the world voically. Writing gets it out of one's head, off one's heart and allows to free into the world with hopes of one day being heard.

[@theo-1743]

thank you 😍 have a blessing day

[@bellebel9088]

So true

[@danielstevens8610]

That’s something I do know. I have my own little story and world I’ve come up with. And I’m gonna try get it published. And when I write it down, it makes me feel like I’m somewhere else. And I love it

[@Metralon]

The following advise of hers always stayed with me, I think it stems from her commencement speech; "Failure meant a stripping away of the inessential. I stopped pretending towards myself that I was anything other than what I was, and began to direct all my energy into finishing the only work that mattered to me. Rock bottom became the solid foundation onto which I rebuilt my life."

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Emanuel Van Egghen That's an incredible quote! Thank you for sharing, and thanks for watching! #BTA107 Luka

[@ushama9833]

"Life is not a checklist of achievements" :-)

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the comment and for watching Usha Ma. :) #BelieveNation #BTA269 Shine

[@Randsurfer]

One might also say: 'The path to success is not a checklist of, oh, let's say, 10 items'.

[@emanmassad152]

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[@nuzhat1980]

Us

[@drem6908]

Interesting that JK just tweeted about this video a few hours ago and said: "God, I hate this stuff. I've winged it my whole life. I've messed up regularly. There are no rules. Do your thing." Which I suppose sums up all the rules, in a way- be bold, be willing to put in the hard work, do your thing (Oprah's 'find your purpose'), don't be afraid of making mistakes, take some risks, and don't follow the rules (wing it/ have fun). I'd like to think both sides of the coin are right. There are no "rules" in that sense, but there are principles to live by, and if they inspire us to become our best selves, then that's a good thing.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing DrEm. Yes, really interesting. :) "Do your thing" could be a rule on itself. The videos are created to inspire and motivate people to #Believe and take action by following their passion and achieving their goals and dreams. It is up to anyone to follow or not and most probably there are rules that will resonate with us. As per your word "if they inspire you to become your best self, then that's a good thing" indeed. :) Perhaps you can also make your own rules that will inspire others - #Believe. Thank you for watching! #BTA167 Shine

[@dianegallagher4141]

Perhaps a better title would have been 10 lessons that JK Rowling has learned...

[@FingerBreakerWu]

In JK's case: Find a single purpose and never branch out. You can say that you are, but that's just lip service to your critics. Never. Let. It. Go.

[@NoahHornberger]

this list of rules is someone doing their own thing . . . so the key is to see that there are no rules against rules. Some will achieve with no rules, and others will use many rules. The point is not how you get there but that you realize along the way that your path is your own

[@10Boomer9]

My sentiment exactly.

[@prat5287]

so sensitive when she went to her apartment... so delicate and emotional when you connect to your beginnings... When she said "If all gets lost I would come back here".... melted my heart!.... I think thats my favourite bit... and also, "Believe" .. where she largely was self-doubting through out her life... and yet, something made her hold-on.. to that one thing, to that one fragile voice...

[@dandelionfire2202]

I'm not crying... I just have a feel in my eye.

[@RedLegg]

+Dandelion Fire I can safely say: As a hard-skinned, crocodile wrestling Australian, that I cried like a very small child and now my tea is cold.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Dandelion Fire She's truly inspiring. You're not the only one! Thanks for sharing, and thank you very much for watching. #BTA105 Luka

[@AlaskanEagle1990]

Didn't Rowling suffer from crippling depression before making it big? Well, at least I've got that one down!

[@hollythomason9013]

yay, we are on our way!

[@saskoilersfan]

SHE DIDNT.....J KROWLING IS JAY CROWLEY ENGLISH....J...KROWLI NG.....JAY CROWLEY ENGLISH...SHE TELLS STORIES ABOUT LITTLE BOYS WHO KILL.....UNLIKE ALEISTER CROWLEY WHO TELLS STORIES OF LITTLE GIRLS WHO KILL......LEWIS CAROLL,,,,,ALLIS CROWLE...ALL IS CROWLE....ALEISTER CROWLEY.....THE STORIES OF CHILDREN WHO KILL ARE PRAISED.....ALDOUS HUXLEY TOOK ALICE IN WONDERLAND AND MADE MARINA IN WONDERLAND FOR THE DISNEY PROJECT....ITS ABOUT JACKIE THE RIPPER KILLING THE KING OF HEARTS....

[@kataoke2947]

Lol. Truly, I did laugh. Only because I'm on a literary sabbatical and my publisher is making me mad. My anxiety is through the roof. But at least I'm in good company, I suppose.

[@10Boomer9]

Eeks... Now that is a little unsettling. Thanks for getting Black Sabbath "Aleister Crowley" stuck in my head. Not proud I know the lyrics about one of the most famed Satanists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. (think I got those dates right... meh)

[@saskoilersfan]

10Boomer9 media made him a monster so people don't realize his connections to jack the ripper.....he wasn't who people think he was if Britain recognizes him as top 1oo most infuetial people...master of lies....jack the ripper illusion....people ignore patterns liKE....LEWIS.C AND JACK THE RIPPER( MIRRORED ) C.LEWIS AND JACKIE THE RIPPER OF JFK HOAX......JFK IS BASED ON A REVERSE PERCEPTION AND MIRRORED PERCEPTIONS OF THE MIND OF WALT DISNEY AND J KENNEDY OF R.K.O. PICTURES//////IF YOU LIKE MAGIC AND ILLUSIONS, YOUR A SATANIST NOW.....IF YOU LIKE SEX ,YOUR A MONSTER....IF YOU LIKE EITHER OF THESE THINGS, YOUR A MONSTER WITH TWO HEADS.....HAHAHAHAHAHA....PERCEPTIONS OF THE MIND...ONE SIDE SEES GENIUS AND THE OTHER SIDE SEES A MONSTER......THE POOR HATE HIM AND THE RICH LOVE HIM....CROWLEY....((.LEWIS CARROL....(.ALL IS CROWLE...))

[@AnthonyMiyazaki]

Great work on this Evan. I like Rowling's perspective on being criticized. Not only did she mention that we should expect to be criticized, but she admitted that at times it's "right and proper" that we should be criticized. We should indeed accept, expect, and even desire criticism so that we can learn from it and grow.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you Anthony. #BTA181 Nina

[@saskoilersfan]

WHAT ABOUT LIES AND MISPERCEPTIONS OF PEOPLE...DO YOU LIKE THOSE TOO....IS IT RIGHT TO CREATE A SOCIETY OF LIES TO PROTECT THE PAST OF THOSE WHO CREATE THE SOCIETY YOU LIVE IN TODAY.....SERVATUDE OVER SLAVERY....IN CANADA, THE MEDIA TELLS CANADIANS THEY A SELF GOVORNMENT WHILE THE CROWN OWNS ALL OF CANADA....IN CANADA THE QUEEN TELLS THE CANADIANS THEY HAVE SELF GOVORNMENT WHILE THEY ARE TOLD THIS FROM A QUUENS THRONE AND SPEECH.....CANADIANS LIVE IN A BRITISH SOCIETY OF LIES WHERE THE QUEEN OWNS ALL AND THE PEOPLE THINK THEY CONTROL IT,,,HAHAHAHAHA...THE QUEEN GIVES CANADIANS THE ILLUSION OF WEALTH AS ITS HER MONEY......TO CREATE A SOCIETY OF LIES AND TELL THEM LIES AS TRUTH....MEANS INGORANCE IS BLISS FOR THE LIARS AND THE CONTROLERS.....CANADIANS SUPPORT THE BRITISH FAMILY AND NOT THE CANADIAN PEOPLE.....IF CANADIANS KNEW THEY WERE BRITICH OWNED...THE ILLUSION WOULD BE OVER ...

[@ioanapopescu8192]

Anthony Miyazaki My understanding was that, although we don't fare well under criticism, this is a must in things pertaining to art because it is subjective. HP had been rejected more than 10 times before she found a publishing house for the book. This, I think, speaks volumes about her trust in her own craftsmanship.

[@junjunlu4318]

you are such a submissive and pain-obsessive person………good luck with that hurtful and stupid notion.

[@Teddietonbear23]

Anthony Miyazaki ❤️❤️

[@suzannedaley4832]

Yes. She found her calling. Thank you Joanne Rowling for sharing your story of success.

[@craiglock2690]

“A life is not measured merely by achievement, but in the number of lives touched.”

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the comment and for watching Craig. :) #BTA324 Shine

[@joestockton7016]

Of all of these "10 rules" vids, this for me is the most inspiring. I'm a pretty emotionless, stoic, guarded tough guy most of the time (except for whenever I watch Pixar or Studio Ghibli movies)...but this video literally transforms me into a weeping a child. Thank you.

[@dylshkibab]

I think this may have genuinely, right now, saved me from myself tonight.

[@sirbutthurt2937]

+Dylan Balkind Oh man?

[@serenatsukino1895]

+Dylan Balkind please don't do it! Things can get better.

[@fishpasteysintheoven]

+Dylan Balkind Everything in life is mental. While we are under the illusion that the human brain has limitations, in reality, we are capable of anything that we believe to be capable of. While our perception of those capabilities is bogged down by external forces such as the media and government, that doesn't mean you cannot achieve whatever you want in life. The biggest step is realizing that limitations are nothing more than a social construction. You would be surprised what you can achieve in life by believing.

[@lollipopfop9965]

+I Waketh, I Baketh yeah….magic can happen if you just clap your hands….If you believe, really believe you can fly, then stepping out a three story window is perfectly safe. Just shut your eyes, and jump!

[@ilparil5236]

+Lollipopfop funny that you come up with this. Every person that is succesfull in whatever has held to an ammount of simple things to know that can turn your life around if you know it. We humans are the only species that can imagine things and create them for ourselves. Everything. If you read the right books, read studies, ouresearch yourself in past experiences in life than you would know it. also it never comes in a day. And humans can already fly, cause physical we have no wings, but we created an airplane out of an IDEA in someones head. Everybody thought he was insane but he made it happen. So yes, it is actually more realistic to believe in yourself then convincing yourself you can`t do shit.

[@courtneylee6258]

J.K. Rowling is one of my favorite authors. The story just came to her while she was on a train. That's amazing!

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Courtney Lee I agree. She's really amazing! :) #BTA96 Luka

[@elgato49]

Courtney Lee Power to introverts!

[@skobloodlet]

Came to her on a train, ripped it off from the 1986 film Troll 2, it's all the same, I guess.

[@khloecarver]

M There’s No such thing as original, every writer points that out and it’s the hardest thing about writing, even Stephen King knows that. Everything has been used but every writing is a spin from some original idea. You should know that.

[@leenaronalds4155]

She's one of your favourite authors? Geez... I guess you don't know enough authors.

[@justinmcmullen465]

I just graduated from Full Sail University with a degree in Creative Writing. This is exactly what I needed.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad it's helpful to you :) #BTA858 Luka

[@linzo585]

Justin Mcmullen Congrats on graduating. Best wishes on your future endeavors. Shout out to Full Sail, my Alma Mater.

[@ceeceebee5736]

Any advice for another beginning writer?

[@Underrated_Cinema]

This is literally probably my 100th time coming back to this video for inspiration for writing. Seriously writing is one of the most difficult things I have ever done. I hope one day when I finish my story, and get it published I become as successful and great as J.K. Rowling

[@honeyvalenciarose5000]

watching this is really touching. I have nothing but admiration for self made millionaire in any field because they just show you the strength of self preservation. I have so many dreams and goal that I want to achieve and people like j.k give me nothing but hope and faith that if I work hard and believe in myself I will make it one day.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Cocoa Smiley Don't stop BELIEVING in yourself. Thank you for watching :) #BTA103 Jasmina

[@jf8461]

Truly SELF-MADE. Not like many others who claim this title!

[@z3255032]

Brilliant. Watched every single one of your top 10 Rules for Success videos and they're all brilliant. Thank you.

[@TJR12353]

+Kevin C The Bruce Lee and Steve Jobs top 10 is my favorite.

[@BenjaminCerbai]

+Kevin C : You must have noticed all the rules which are the same through the videos... Proof that success come with them ! :)

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Kevin C Yayy.. Thank you.. #BTA18 Nina

[@LisaJ]

Thanks for this video! I have so much respect for J.K. Rowling and all her accomplishments. Taking action on ideas really hit home with me. So many people have great ideas that they are truly passionate about but they never take single step towards making it happen. Believing in yourself sounds so easy but it's mostly not. If you can't, find someone to believe in you until you can!

[@BenjaminCerbai]

+Lisa J : Very nice comment Lisa ! Sometimes we have to get good people around us to push us to action and achieve our dreams. :)

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Lisa J Woot.. Yeah.. Find a role model :). #BTA18 Nina

[@LisaJ]

Yes ***** - role models are wonderful!

[@LisaJ]

Thanks Benjamin! Surround yourself with amazing people is a great idea!

[@BenjaminCerbai]

Lisa J You're welcome ! I'm glad to help you. :)

[@Leto85]

After 2:52 minutes in I finally think to know why I admire J.K. Rowling so much now: she stayed true to herself. To me this now makes so much sense.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Leto85 Woot :). #BTA14 Nina

[@wandataylor4873]

Interesting to know many successful people really had struggles and difficulties too like all the rest of us.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing :) #BTA826 Luka

[@aartiblessed]

follow your passion....her passion was writing...she always wanted to be a writer

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the comment and for watching. #BTA275 Shine

[@carolegill9316]

Honest, genuine and sincerely felt advice to writers. I am encouraged!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching :) #BTA970 Luka

[@carolegill9316]

my pleasure! i learned a lot. :)

[@sam.e16]

*Persevere -* This is so important in order to make sure you can fully show up in the situation you're in. Without this, no progress can ever be made through the challenging times, rejections and setbacks. It's one of the main contributing actions that if not taken, will not have you at the top of your profession's hierarchy. I'm having a pretty tough day today, so I need to really keep this in mind. #BTA41

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Sam rock :D.. thanks for watching #BTA18 Nina

[@joybrautigam9529]

NEVER GIVE UP

[@adelynespino2434]

Number 1 is my favorite. Wow I can relate with failure I have went through a lot of failures too but I was able to surpass all of it. Watching this video made me realized I am not alone in experiencing failure. Thanks Evan. I wantched everyday the top 10 rules of success. It helps me alot.

[@DeVonAmbitious]

I see myself in so many writers I need to write a book ASAP

[@shadowdreamer5870]

+De-Von Ambitious An amazing idea! If you have any creative ideas, just go for it! Thanks for your support!

[@EvanCarmichael]

+De-Von Ambitious Go for it. :). #BTA115 Nina

[@DeVonAmbitious]

***** Thanks. I'am I make video on here to kinda vlogging

[@Suh7777A]

Do it! It is never too late.

[@fletch665]

Favorite quote, "We carry all the power we need inside ourselves already." (I take this to mean that there's a part of ourselves that refuses to let our talent flow and it "counsels" us that we need something else to succeed, when all we need is to pull our own finger from the dike we've built to hold back our creativity.)

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing with us and thanks for watching. :) #BelieveNation #BTA660 Luka

[@ColorIce09]

"perseverance" absolutely true. I believe when you love something, you can't stop it. you have to keep going.

[@BenjaminCerbai]

+ColorIce09 : People who achieved their dream are in that mindset : they don't only want to do that. They NEED to. :) Thanks for your inspiring comment !

[@EvanCarmichael]

+ColorIce09 Woot. Thanks #BTA18 Nina

[@MrRWF2004]

They way she getting emotional while showing her apartment shows that how much she swim against the current/odds and how much confidence she had to succeed. Very powerful. Thanks for sharing Evan.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for watching MrRWF2004. :) Glad you liked it. #BelieveNation #BTA328 Shine

[@DevonTriche]

I love J.K. Rowling and how she came up with her hit book series was incredible. I really didnt know who she was until I saw her interview with Oprah, I was blown away. It just lets you know to always follow your passion no matter how bad it looks stay the course and success will come. #BTA13

[@TJR12353]

+Devon Triche So true!

[@DevonTriche]

+TS-GrowthTV Thanks bro.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Devon Triche Agree. Follow your passion :). #BTA18 Nina

[@momtazarayasmin9561]

I want to be a writer, but the rest of my friends laughed and said being a writer is way too risky. They also said I would never make much money out of it and I should just become a doctor or something. I hope some day I can prove them wrong, doubt it though 😔

[@EvanCarmichael]

#Believe in yourself! :) #BTA904 Luka

[@ClearTheRubble7]

This "10 rules" video confirms a lot of what I've experienced so far. I've got the failure part of it down-pat, lol, but I've found that perseverance is one of the most important rules of thumb. Another one, which wasn't mentioned here, is "follow your intuition." I've had a few ideas that didn't quite sit right with me. Or else they were downright bad. So I rejected them, only to discover that there were much better ideas waiting for me down the road. And that has taken some patience; it's better to wait for a great idea, sometimes after several days of brainstorming, than to jump on a mediocre one. When I had my idea for a novel a few months ago, I immediately googled J.K. Rowling, took a cue from her experience, and began to plan (and write) every day. Thanks for the video!

[@EvanCarmichael]

+terransage Thank you for sharing. #BTA91 Nina

[@ClearTheRubble7]

***** Good luck to you, too! Mine is a fantasy with shades of sci-fi. I'm still dragging through the lean and mean times, but things are better than they once were....

[@수민-z6o]

I have that urge to hug her throughout the video. She is such a simple and kind women and one could easily tell that she is not tht type of a lady who get filled up with pride after getting fame...she still adore and feels emotional when she went to her old apartment...omg imma cry😭😭

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching #Believe :) #BTA1536 Veljko

[@elizabeththomas4345]

"Resign yourself to writing lots and lots of rubbish." Thanks.

[@kossiwalogan5457]

I loved when J.K. Rowling talked about not giving up and not letting anyone talk you out of your dream. I am so passionate about writing fiction, short stories mainly. I cannot imagine not ever being able to write. Being regularly published would be so wonderful, but it's writing, it's getting to the final, seemingly polished draft that's great for me and then sending it off tells me that I am continuing to try to make my dream come true. Great video. We definitely need more about other fiction writers.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Kossiwa Logan Thanks for sharing. #BTA89 NIna

[@angeltynice6847]

Jk is literally the best writer in years and will forever be I love her so much!!!! she inspires me so much.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Great to know she inspires you Angel Jones. :) #BTA493 Shine

[@danielstevens8610]

YES

[@thenycfangirl9647]

Number 4 had me sobbing

[@baffledbrandon6971]

What's the music playing at the beginning? I really like it. :) As a writer who has struggled with their writing in the past, I can say that this video meant a lot to me. Thank you, Ms. Rowling, for writing such a wonderfully creative and imaginative book series.

[@ceciliahuayamares771]

OMG I love her! I have been writing a young adult fiction novel for 10 years. I am finally going to finish. Even if it's not a success is something that you have accomplished. Something that you did in your life! Something that you can pass down to your grandchildren. She is my inspiration. God bless her!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing Cecilia. Glad you're feeling inspired 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@drpaulchan]

first author to make billion. I read 2 of her books. She is a great writer. #BTA2

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Paul Chan Awesome :). #BTA18 Nina

[@luciddreamer11]

Getting a schoolboy's crush on her right now. All the light and wonder she has brought to so many people. Touching and remarkable.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing with us and thank you for watching, Stefan! :) #BelieveNation #BTA591 Luka

[@kalpanachaudhari2824]

she's honest..very nice

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for watching. #BelieveNation #BTA759 Luka

[@susannguyen1754]

Loveeee her at first sight.. She is so honest with her emotions and life. Thanks for being original JK Rowling. Thanks for sharing Evan

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, for the appreciation and for watching Lexuan. :) #BelieveNation #BTA461 Shine

[@BenjaminCerbai]

I was wainting for it ! I'm not a huge Harry Potter fan (even if I like it a lot), but J.K Rowling is the perfect example of "do what's inside you and persevere, whatever publishers tell you" because she tried so much times before somebody published her work ! As an artist, each of her rules resonates with me in a deep way. :) I would love to see top 10 rules from other artists. You made some singers, but I could be cool to have film makers or other authors too ! I propose Tim Burton's top 10 rules and Neil Gaiman top 10 rules ! :) Thank you for sharing this ! #BTA2

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Benjamin Cerbai Adding Tim to the list.. Thank you.. #BTA18 Nina

[@BenjaminCerbai]

***** Awesome ! Thank you :) #BTA4

[@prlaux5348]

Of her top 10 rules, "Take action on your ideas" is the strongest for myself. Thank you Evan for her profile.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for watching P R Laux. :) #Believe #BTA545 Shine

[@beyond-the-terror4078]

Thank you, J.K Rowling, you're an inspiration

[@patpathinayake3586]

Dear Evan, Really an awesome video. It is truly inspirational, emotional and life breathing to many reader ans well as writers. I am so proud that she is British and very down to earth when expressing her humble beginnings. A remarkable lady in every aspect. Thanks again. Best of luck.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Pat Pathinayake Thank you very much Pat, much appreciated. :) Thank you for watching, glad to hear you're feeling inspired! :) #BTA102 Luka

[@manniewray6263]

Writing is Merely conveying a message...

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the comment and for watching Mannie. #BTA269 Shine

[@hitengor7752]

Hello Evan ! You Are Doing Awesome Videos ! I want to thankyou for motivating people like me . when i feel low in life i watch your videos . they boost my self esteem ! can you make a video on SRK's Top 10 Rules For Success, i am a huge fan of him. Thankyou !

[@Sreoshi123]

very inspirational! thanks for making this compilation.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Sreoshi Chaudhuri Glad you're feeling is Sreoshi :) #BTA98

[@arthurfrancis7924]

Perseverance, self-belief, and learning to deal with failure, following your passion - taking risks - are criteria for (eventual) success - which does not happen overnight, as all entrepreneurs can attest! Of course there is no simple "Blueprint" that guarantees success, but successful people all follow a path of self-discovery and continuous process of learning from life itself. Each and every successful person (see each version of their 10 Rules) develops their own identity and sense of spirit to tackle adversity, setbacks and failure, and sheer hard work, grit and determination to push though. As renowned serial entrepreneur JT Fox says: "Never quit because the finishing line may be closer than you think". "Winners just don't quit!"

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Arthur Francis :). Thanks for watching. #BTA37 Nina

[@hannahg5407]

I want to write even half as well as she does

[@EvanCarmichael]

If you really want to do it, you can...always #Believe in yourself and keep taking action to achieve your goals. Here are some videos that might be helpful to you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJSXaJ2ZaLKGoNU & kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4jFqn6qd76cr6s All the best! :) #BTA376 Shine

[@hannahg5407]

***** Thank you so much! I already write lots of fanfiction. I have some novel ideas and have started planing a novel, just the start, but I hope it will come to something! ^^

[@EvanCarmichael]

Great to know that. :) All the best to you! #Believe. #BTA378 Shine

[@hkr0065]

Parents: "Don't tell them that it's unrealistic." That part got me 👍👍

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching :) #BTA1283 Luka

[@bellaacasatuathebesthomebe5050]

Great Video Evan! My favourite rule: Persevere

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing :) #BTA846 Luka

[@vaga64]

To JK Rowling I would say: People like to think that being perfect will automatically lead to perfection, or that if they do not win then they are losers. Nothing could be further from the truth or farther from reality. Your personal story is as powerful and inspirational to people as any story of a person that I have ever heard. Your story says: It is not the ending that makes the story, it is the journey. Thank you for sharing your journey, and for telling your story through the various interviews and appearances aggregated in this video. I am very thankful for having come across it. I hope you reconsider your approval of it.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for your support vaga64 :) #BelieveNation #BTA209 Shine

[@Renette1987]

we have the power to imagine better! true words!

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Sennette Gaoses Wooho.. thanks. #BTA120 Nina

[@Erikhengstrumcontent]

Superb rundown

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for watching. #BelieveNation #BTA682 Luka

[@t.h.nguyen5193]

Thank you for producing and sharing these insightful videos. Very inspiring! I love all of them. These five strands of wisdom that resonate with me are: believe, we have the power to imagine better, failure helps you discovers yourself, remember where you come from, and life is not a checklist of achievements. How about these extraordinares: Eckhart Tolle, Marianne Williamson, and Sarah Blakely?

[@pkhrezo-prodigalone49]

Remembering where you started is one that I've revisited again and again along my path to creativity. It's so so important when we're banging our heads on our desks wondering why we suck. Looking back at how far we've come reminds us that we are improving and learning every single day.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+PK HREZO Awesome personal insight! Thanks for sharing! #BTA195 GT :)

[@pkhrezo-prodigalone49]

Anytime! Greats stuff.

[@blazemordly9746]

Absolute inspiration.

[@solrossi_illustration]

Thanks so much!!!! I was the one with Natasha that requested you this video and you did it wonderfully! :) Thanks so much!

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Sol Rossi :). #BTA17 Nina

[@ants-in-my-eyesjohnson1271]

what can you find about Hiromu Arakawa? She wrote the world renown Full-metal Alchemist comics

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the suggestion. I will pass it on to #BelieveTeam. #BTA244 Shine

[@MrNotaComedian]

Evan Carmichael you’ve got to do Hiromu Arakawa

[@nativestudioart]

Thank you J.K. Rowlings I needed your transparency, love you!

[@manniewray6263]

Memorable characters, and intricate plot...

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for posting your comment and for watching Mannie. :) #BTA269 Shine

[@Robusquet]

I'm a published French-Canadian fantasy writer. One universe, 22 worlds. It's one thing to be published, it's another to be in the mainstream. If you're not in the mainstream, it will be harder to reach an audience. J.K.Rowlings is in the mainstream. I'm happy she rose out of the financial rut she was in, but keep in mind that being published is not everything. Your publisher may impose his views and slaughter your vocabulary if it's original and makes readers work. Many publishers want a Harry Potter. Something easy access that doesn't demand much from the reader. Finding the right Publisher at the right time is critical.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. #BTA1181 Luka

[@diepersonalkajute4151]

Persevere. Totally agree. Great vid.

[@ngozikaigwilo2771]

I must say, at 7 I discovered that i had a talent of writing so i started in bits i wrote lots of small novel which were never published not because i was also rejected but as months ran into years i would re- read them and later loose interest in them because they're the seem too meaningless and the way i used my grammars were not organized and I knew nothing about literature.And now,I'm 13, I guess my lost hopes are beginning to fade after watching a you tube video that inspired me the most last month. Well, that video was THE BIOGRAPHY OF JK ROWLING. It built a spirit of perseverance and a reason to say DO NOT EVER EVER GIVE UP!!!!! So, I'm about to write a novel that I believe would add my name to the world's youngest writer. I'll be forever grateful to God for the inspiring biography of JK Rowling..................................................

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your story, never give up, always #Believe :) #BTA1328 Luka

[@abiabroad]

Love your top 10 tips! They're inspiring and give me a much needed drive. New subscriber here :D

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Smiling Seoul Thank you for the support, it's much appreciated. Glad you're feeling inspired! :)) #BTA110 Ivan

[@noziphowabatagore3765]

1. Failure helps you discover yourself- was so powerful. Loved it loved it loved it!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you loved it Lizzy. :) #BelieveNation #BTA498 Shine

[@svillegassmusic]

I couldn't stop looking at the typo "failure helps you discovers yourself"

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching. #BTA283 Shine

[@camillecabreraauthor]

I had watched this video when I barely started writing. Three published books later and I still love it!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Awesome to hear that Camille, keep it up! #Believe :) #BTA1636 Veljko

[@omarm.hassan7985]

Evan Carmichael you are incredible .

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Omar M.hassan Thank you Omar :) #BTA117

[@ucheajubige3730]

Wow! inspiring, Thanks Evan this is motivational I love ur videos and work,keep it up sending you messages of LOVE and PEACE from Africa.

[@priyanshu7821]

You inspire me a lot mam

[@EvanCarmichael]

:) #BTA847 Luka

[@hermionegrangerboi3084]

Idc what people say ABT her she is the biggest inspiration and a great role model to look up to and kind!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your opinion! 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@happierdaybyday-dominiksku7460]

2. Take action on your Ideas ! That's for sure ! :-)

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Become Happy.info - Dominik Skupina Agree :). #BTA18 Nina

[@pizzaboynizza1]

I watch these almost everyday. Great place to come for ideas.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Justin Nizza Yayy.. #BTA58 Nina

[@sir1junior]

+Evan Carmichael I was curious if 'Notch' the creator of Minecraft had anything to say about success. He recently had went through a realization that money isn't everything.

[@BenjaminCerbai]

+sir1junior : I don't know him that much, I think it could be a great inspiration. :)

[@EvanCarmichael]

+sir1junior ok.. We will add him to the list.. #BTA18 Nina

[@sir1junior]

+Evan Carmichael Thanks, he may still be a bit premature on points for success mentally, but what he was able to accomplish in a short amount of time and effect the entire world is amazing. I'm sure he has something to say about success.

[@SuperMikalet]

I love all of 10 rules but especially #4 was striking. I lived in Edinburgh for 4 years as an university student, and I loved famous Elephant Cafe where J.K.Rowling wrote the book. After this video my mind went back there and looked at myself and found how amazing my life has been. Thanks!

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Mika Takeda Yay.. Thank you. #BTA103 Nina

[@sherlockholmeslives.1605]

If it wasn't due to being heavily medicated for an illness, I would or could have been a very successful writer.

[@baldeepbirak]

Persevere. In any industry you need to get passed the knock backs.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for watching. #BelieveNation #BTA705 Luka

[@charleshetrick3152]

Long live J.K. Rowling !

[@EvanCarmichael]

Woop woop! Thank you for watching, Charles. 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@rygal1471]

#6 gave me some clarity and comfort to my recent past of bad decisions which nearly ended my life upside down. barely made it through and lucky to be here now watching this.

[@EvanCarmichael]

:) #BTA927 Luka

[@sir1junior]

Holy $hit this was awesome!

[@EvanCarmichael]

+sir1junior :D. Thanks. #BTA18 Nina

[@samanthamelendez8851]

I truly have love for this woman. seriously she is a genius. She over came so much.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for your comments. #BTA293 GT :)

[@shericreates]

I am finding out more and more people are starting out in an environment like me. It doesn't take a big office. This video touched me with, "remember where it all began". Thanks Evan.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Sheri Karanasos Thanks Sheri :). #BTA19 Nina

[@eddiesolo2009]

My personal comment on that one (Rowling's Top 10 Rules for Success)... After watching the Top 10 Rules for Success... I really enjoyed it much. Never come up on my mind her tweet that 'why should we follow rules? There are no rules [to be successful]. Do your thing.' I watch (Evan's videos) all the time and never come up on a point that these are THE RULES THAT I SHOULD FOLLOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL. All I know is this feeling 'we're the same situation before, he did it, and so I can do it too' [something like that feeling]. I'm not saying her tweet is something mean. What I'm saying is the video is tribute to her for people who feels the same situation like her right now and know how not to give up and keep moving forward. That's it. #BELIEVE

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Eddie. :) Glad you find the videos something that inspires you and feel that you can do it too. I think she doesn't mean to be negative in the tweet and I hope she sees the video the way you see it. #Believe. #BTA184 Shine

[@WakoGriffin]

Do ya think it's weird that I'm a student in secondary school(high school if you are american) and I'm trying to write a story but I wasn't told to do so.

[@WakoGriffin]

Bruno Zaldivar I don't think so. I'm not trying to impress anyone or anything.

[@alliediallo1945]

Wako Griffin I think you should give it all you got and make it a story to be proud of.

[@lowwfeh]

when I was in high school I wrote a script and a book without being told so (even though my script was kinda rubbish), but if it is something you love you should do it. I just had to write, it is my natural instinct to do so and i have always felt good doing it. So no, it is not weird to do something you enjoy.

[@rtep5]

Oh yes, you are a weird one alright. Better tuck that one in and nurse it along. What ever you do, don't let it get away. I'm nearing my late fourties and I've managed to trick, cajole, and plead my little weirdo not to leave me. I'm not sure what I'd do without it.

[@IchibanOjousama]

Wako Griffin secondary school is different from highschool

[@pawulia009]

I wanna hug her.. I love her and look up to her so much. Her books are the main reason I started writing 15 years ago!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Great to know she inspired you Abigail. :) Thanks for sharing and for watching. All the best! #BTA402 Shine

[@AC-mj1pr]

Failure helps you discovers yourself

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed :) #BTA836 Luka

[@lilac624]

Failure would teach a lot of things in life....Failure is making mistakes again and again but you try to stand up to take action in the realization of your dreams in life....

[@andrewedgar3935]

Although her advice means so much to me... what means more is that this woman literally shaped my entire life, my passions and loves and hates and dreams, her stories and the world she created meant more to me than I could have ever imagined at the time... some of my most treasured memories, from winning a HP lookalike contest when I was 6 to seeing The Philosophers Stone for the first time and being in awe, those memories have shaped me and made me want to do what she does... I couldn't even imagine being that kind of inspiration to anyone... but I want to try

[@EvanCarmichael]

Great to know she inspired you that way Andrew. :) Thank you very much for sharing. For sure if you #Believe and take action, you'll be able to achieve your goals and inspire others too. All the best! #BTA506 Shine

[@94462]

She doesn't seem happy....#depressionsucks

[@holistic7980]

This life is nothing but a test. Have subur. Read the Quran daliy in a language u know for it has a healing for u. I met JK through work afyer her first book release and she seemed nice and down to earth with a motherly presence.

[@holistic7980]

Mike Parker life is a test. It's your human right to find out what I mean. who created you?What are you here for? No power is greater than who created all humankind. in times of desperation all call out His name. I'm not here to debate that's Iblis's game but just wanted to give you the message. What you do with it is up to you.

[@johntwal1645]

If life is a test......If life isn't a test.....I'm merely a 12 year old boy....I know nothing about life....I admit...But I do know one thing about life. It's like a piece of mudded clay.....It's subjective. ....It depends... It's up to you to think about life....The Bible, Qur'an, Mikrah and , is honestly a book....Am I wrong?....Who wrote it?, a man....Is that wrong?....Novels are a bunch of papers that have a plot, setting,and aspects...Is that wrong.?.....If you say it's wrong...well, I have no right to change your opinion....nobody does...it's up to you...but If you agree with me..you will find the beauty escaping reality by words ...it takes you to different places....It inspires..It creates. ..It destroys. ...Books are all of those...now....Do you want to escape reality?...That's honestly your choice. ....I would honestly want to...The world is a sick place.It can be both beautiful and horrendous. .....And like the world..your answer can be both.....

[@TheNishad]

To be happy you should be born in right family with siblings.She suffered in early stage so it is very difficult to be happy when you are an adult.

[@DevonTriche]

My favorite rule would be number 9. Dreams can happen, I truly believe we are given dreams as a map to where we can go if we put in the work. I also feel like our dreams are just a small glimpse of whats to come and they give us hope during the hard times. #BTA14 #teammotivation

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Devon Triche love it :) #BTA25

[@DevonTriche]

Thanks Evan #BTA23

[@chrisbulski]

Number 7 should be taught in school!

[@Newfuturebuilder]

+Traveleneur Too many of these lessons need to be taught, quizzed and tested on. Would rather see these on a state issued exam.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Traveleneur Thanks. #BTA18 Nina

[@ioanapopescu8192]

+New Future Builder Too bad educators never ask themselves : how can we help kids to be better persons? Instead they design and implement curricula that are out of synch with everyday life and that do not benefit kids as much as they should in the long term.

[@Newfuturebuilder]

Ioana Popescu You're right, and we will have to change that. Luckily, there is more opportunity for change out there now more than ever and we are moving to bring that idea to classrooms.

[@linaarafeh7280]

I have never in my life, enjoyed a video, more than this! I think you are amazing in the way you choose your guests, and Rowling deserves all the success in the world. I am certain that it was not just her talent that got her where she is, but also her Karma!