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“I set myself 600 words a day as a minimum output, regardless of the weather, my state of mind or if I'm sick or well. There must be 600 finished words — not almost right words. Before you ask, I'll tell you that yes, I do write 600 at the top of my pad every day, and I keep track of the word count…” quote by Arthur Hailey
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“I set myself 600 words a day as a minimum output, regardless of the weather, my state of mind or if I'm sick or well. There must be 600 finished words — not almost right words. Before you ask, I'll tell you that yes, I do write 600 at the top of my pad every day, and I keep track of the word count to insure I reach my quota daily — without fail.”

Arthur Hailey

About This Quote

Consistent daily writing, regardless of circumstances, builds discipline and ensures progress.

In simple terms: Write daily, no excuses.

Key Takeaway

Set a firm daily word goal.

Themes

discipline productivity habit formation

Mood

determined focused

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • authoring
  • blogging
  • academic work

Key Concepts

writing goal setting self‑management

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you balance quantity with quality?
  • What motivates you on low‑energy days?
A Different Perspective

Rigid targets may cause burnout or lower quality.

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