Copies Quote by Donald Davis
“Anyone who edits their own copy has a fool for an editor.”
About This Quote
Editing one's own work eliminates objective critique, leading to poorer quality.
In simple terms: Self‑editing reduces quality.
Key Takeaway
Seek external feedback.
Themes
writing
editing
self‑criticism
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
advice
warning
When to use this quote
- authoring
- academic papers
- blog posts
Key Concepts
bias
quality control
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust your own revisions?
- How can you get unbiased feedback?
A Different Perspective
Self‑editing can miss blind spots.
