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9 life lessons from rock climbing

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In this talk from TED University 2009, veteran rock climber Matthew Childs shares nine pointers for rock climbing. These handy tips bear on an effective life at sea level, too.

In this talk from TED University 2009, veteran rock climber Matthew Childs shares nine pointers for rock climbing. These handy tips bear on an effective life at sea level, too.

This talk was presented at an official TED conference. TED's editors chose to feature it for you.

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Marketer, rock climber

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Matthew Childs is an advertising lead at Razorfish. He is a lifelong rock climber and climbing guide.

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