College Quote by Adam Grant
“For years, I believed that anything worth doing was worth doing early. In graduate school, I submitted my dissertation two years in advance. In college, I wrote my papers weeks early and finished my thesis four months before the due date. My roommates joked that I had a productive form of obsessive-compulsive disorder.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Think Again, Adam Grant, 2021
Early completion of tasks can be driven by obsessive‑compulsive tendencies, but may also reflect a desire for control and anxiety about deadlines.
In simple terms: Finishing early may stem from OCD‑like drive.
Key Takeaway
Balance speed with flexibility, avoid burnout.
Themes
productivity
anxiety
control
OCD tendencies
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
self‑help
psychology
When to use this quote
- academic deadlines
- project planning
- creative work
Key Concepts
psychology
time management
work habits
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you need the early finish?
- How can you use extra time constructively?
A Different Perspective
Early work can reduce learning opportunities from feedback.
