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“I am a writer who has a policy to allocate 90 percent of my time for research and the remaining 10 percent to write.” quote by Andrea Hirata
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“I am a writer who has a policy to allocate 90 percent of my time for research and the remaining 10 percent to write.”

Andrea Hirata

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Source Essay: “The Art of Writing” by Andrea Hirata, 2013

Allocating most time to research ensures depth, while a smaller portion reserved for writing translates insight into prose.

In simple terms: Research first, then write a little.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize research, then write efficiently.

Themes

research writing discipline productivity focus

Mood

practical motivational

Type

advice instructional

When to use this quote

  • academic projects
  • book writing
  • content creation
  • journalistic reporting

Key Concepts

information gathering time management creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • What research methods yield the best insights for you?
  • How do you decide when to shift from research to writing?
A Different Perspective

Rigid percentages may limit flexibility for unexpected insights.

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