People Quote by Adam McKay
“There's always way less improv than people think. The truth is something like 15 percent.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Big Short, 2015
Improvisation is limited; most outcomes are predetermined, with only a small margin for spontaneity.
In simple terms: Improvisation is limited.
Plan for the 15% unpredictability.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- live performance
- project management
- emergency response
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What areas rely heavily on improvisation?
- How can you improve the 15% margin?
Assumes a fixed percentage across contexts.