Asking Quote by Darren Criss
“Im like any other composer. If you give me five years to write a symphony, Im still going to be asking for more time two days before its due.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Late Late Show with James Corden, 2020
The speaker acknowledges perpetual perfectionism, needing endless time to feel a work is complete.
In simple terms: Never satisfied, always needing more time.
Accept imperfection and set realistic deadlines.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- project management
- writing music
- academic research
- software development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance quality with timeliness?
- What strategies help you finish projects?
Perfectionism can stall progress and cause burnout.