You don’t need all the answers to start.
You need motion.
Most people don’t fail because they try and lose. They fail because they never move at all.
Sure, waiting feels responsible, but in reality, motion is what teaches.
Get Failing exists to collect stories, reflections, and ideas that prove one thing:
Clarity favors those already in motion.
What People Are Saying
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“Blum’s narrative is both relatable and inspiring, making "Failing Upward" a must-read for anyone looking to find greatness in the grind of everyday life. It's a testament to the power of resilience and the beauty of embracing one’s flaws.”
— Fiona
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“A story every failure should read.”
— Shane Connelly, director
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“This book is a reminder that the road to success will be beautifully chaotic, but even if you fail, never give up pursuing your dreams.”
— Amber
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“Surprising personal struggles that utilizes all your emotions.”
— Amazon Customer
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“Matt Blum is honest, truthful, blunt, and sometimes in your face. And then, you see he is equally in your face about things like fairness and love.”
— Matthew Leatherwood, author of The Perfect Stone
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“Equal parts insight and humor, Failing Upward is a must read.”
— Billy the Kidd, On Air Personality/iHeartRadio
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“even in the age of woke counter-productivity, his underlying message of grit, accountability, and self-empowerment resonates.”
— Chris Sanders
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Blum's greatest strength lies in his ability to mine wisdom from life's messy moments, offering insights that feel both personal and universal. His writing style strikes a delicate balance between self-deprecating humor and genuine vulnerability, creating an intimate connection with readers.
— Lacey
failing upward by matt blum
With sharp humor, Matt Blum's raw memoir offers an uncensored, unpredictable ride, recounting his two-decade rise from scrappy schoolyard hustler to professional photographer. Captivating and entertaining, his narrative provides insider tales of glitz and grit while showcasing an inspirational entrepreneurial spirit. Blum lays it all on the table as he chronicles the parade of outlandish failures, hard fought wins, serendipitous meetings, and raucous misadventures along the way. From Playboy bunnies to A-listers, his camera has seen it all. Spiced with authentic storytelling and candor, he provides a rare backstage pass into an alluring, fast-paced world, giving readers an unfiltered glimpse into the real-life chaos of a globetrotting photographer.
4.9 on Amazon
4.8 ON GOODREADS
About Matt
All my life, I’ve been known as the photographer. Now, I’ve stumbled into writing and people are calling me an author.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to be a photographer. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you’re crazy enough to write a book to share with the world. Whatever it is, do it. F*ck up. Fail. Win.
