Early Quote by Ed Catmull
““Don’t wait for things to be perfect before you share them with others. Show early and show often. It’ll be pretty when we get there, but it won’t be pretty along the way.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Pixar Leadership Talk, 2012
Sharing work early, despite imperfections, accelerates improvement and fosters collaboration, while waiting for perfection stalls progress.
In simple terms: Share early, improve through feedback.
Key Takeaway
Iterate quickly, accept imperfection.
Themes
creativity
process
collaboration
Mood
encouraging
pragmatic
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- product development
- team projects
- creative writing
- software design
Key Concepts
iteration
feedback loops
prototype culture
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents you from sharing early?
- How can you mitigate negative feedback?
A Different Perspective
Early drafts may damage reputation if poorly received.
