Decision Quote by David Friedman
“When my writing really started to take off was when I made a decision that I would write only what I wanted to write, and if 10 people wanted to hear it, that's fine.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing philosophy, 2008
Writing success came after deciding to write only what he wanted, regardless of audience size.
In simple terms: Write for yourself first.
Follow personal passion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- blogging
- artistic projects
- career shifts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal authenticity affect readership?
- When should you consider audience demand?
Risk of limited commercial success.