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“I worked more intensively hour after hour when I was starting out [writing]. More laboriously. I'd say quantity is important as well as quality, and if you're not producing enough, make a schedule and stick to it.” quote by Lydia Davis
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“I worked more intensively hour after hour when I was starting out [writing]. More laboriously. I'd say quantity is important as well as quality, and if you're not producing enough, make a schedule and stick to it.”

Lydia Davis

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

Success requires both high output and disciplined scheduling; balancing quantity with quality drives progress.

In simple terms: Work hard and stick to a schedule.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize consistent production.

Themes

productivity discipline balance

Mood

determined focused

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • writing career
  • freelance projects
  • academic research
  • creative pursuits

Key Concepts

time management output quality habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you improve your schedule?
  • What quality metrics matter most?
A Different Perspective

Quantity alone isn’t enough without strategic focus.

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