Career Quote by David Bayles
““It is, after all, hard to imagine placing a full-time teaching career atop a full-time artmaking career without something going awry in the process. As the old proverb cautions: if you chase two rabbits, you catch neither.””
About This Quote
Balancing two demanding full‑time careers inevitably leads to conflict, as the old saying warns that pursuing two goals simultaneously often results in failure of both.
In simple terms: Trying to juggle two full‑time jobs usually ends badly.
Key Takeaway
Focus on one primary path at a time.
Themes
career
art
balance
prioritization
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- full‑time teaching
- full‑time artmaking
- career planning
- personal development
Key Concepts
time management
opportunity cost
focus
Questions to Reflect On
- Which commitment aligns most with your core values?
- Can you integrate aspects of both fields without overextending?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting one role may cause burnout or reduced quality in both.
