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Oct 2021
45m 42s

Quadriplegia Can't Stop David Jeffers

SCHOOL OF MOTION: DESIGN & ANIMATION TRAINING FOR MOGRAPH ARTISTS
About this episode

David Jeffers started a music production company and an online record label as a pioneer of digital media. Then, just as his career was taking off, he suffered a tragic accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down. After the accident, David sought to turn this life-changing event into an opportunity. David's story isn't only an inspiration for overcoming hardship, but for the unyielding pursuit of your goals. We can't wait for you to share in his journey and gain some insight into your own.

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