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Video: 'It was hard to fail in China'

James Flanagan, who is half French and half American, has been in China for nine years. He is the founder of TEDxBeijing, a group involved in local, self-organized events that bring people together to share their experiences. Flanagan said he has learned a lot about himself in his work. It is hard to fail in China as he understands more about the country, Flanagan says. Read more about him on our website.