Apprenticeship Quote by David Eddings
“Start early and work hard. A writer's apprenticeship usually involves writing a million words (which are then discarded) before he's almost ready to begin. That takes a while.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, 1990s
Hard work and volume practice build skill before mastery.
In simple terms: Practice and effort precede success.
Key Takeaway
Write consistently, embrace drafts.
Themes
discipline
craft
growth
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing a novel
- learning a new skill
- building a portfolio
Key Concepts
skill acquisition
deliberate practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance quantity with improvement?
- When is enough practice enough?
A Different Perspective
Quantity alone doesn't guarantee quality; refinement needed.
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