Archives Quote by Andrew Motion
“I'm not precisely saying that a really good board meeting at the MLA (Museums, Libraries and Archives Coucil) makes me want to go and write poetry, but there is a pleasure in doing that sort of thing well.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at MLA Board Meeting, date unknown
The speaker finds joy in performing a task well, even if it doesn’t directly inspire poetry, highlighting satisfaction from competence.
In simple terms: Doing something well is rewarding.
Key Takeaway
Seek excellence in routine tasks.
Themes
satisfaction
competence
creativity
Mood
content
proud
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- board meetings
- writing
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Aesthetic appreciation
professional fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does mastery affect your motivation?
- Can routine excellence inspire unexpected creativity?
A Different Perspective
Pleasure may be fleeting if the task lacks personal meaning.
