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“I do read very, very quickly. I do process data very quickly. And so I write very quickly. And it is embarrassing because there is a conception that the things that you do quickly are not done well. I think that's probably one of the reasons I don't like the idea of prolific.” quote by Jackie French
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“I do read very, very quickly. I do process data very quickly. And so I write very quickly. And it is embarrassing because there is a conception that the things that you do quickly are not done well. I think that's probably one of the reasons I don't like the idea of prolific.”

Jackie French

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Fast processing and writing can create a perception of lower quality, but speed does not inherently diminish value

In simple terms: Speed can be mistaken for sloppiness

Key Takeaway

Value speed while ensuring quality

Themes

productivity perception quality writing

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice personal experience

When to use this quote

  • deadline pressure
  • content creation
  • academic work
  • journalism

Key Concepts

cognitive processing efficiency creative output

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance speed with thoroughness?
  • What checks ensure quality in rapid work?
A Different Perspective

Speed may sacrifice depth or nuance without careful review

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