Cutting Quote by Brian Weiss
“I was asked by a golfer how to lower his scores. I replied start playing 9 holes instead of 18. I worked for me, it cut my scores in half.”
About This Quote
Suggesting a smaller, focused effort can dramatically improve performance.
In simple terms: Playing fewer holes can lower scores.
Key Takeaway
Simplify to succeed.
Themes
performance
strategy
focus
Mood
practical
insightful
Type
advice
observation
When to use this quote
- golf
- skill training
- time management
Key Concepts
goal setting
efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- When would you choose to scale down?
- What limits does simplification impose?
A Different Perspective
Not all tasks benefit from reduction; sometimes more practice is needed.
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