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Practice Quote by Glenn C. Wilson

“It's better to practice one thing a thousand times, than practice a thousand things one time.” quote by Glenn C. Wilson
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““It's better to practice one thing a thousand times, than practice a thousand things one time.””

Glenn C. Wilson

About This Quote

Focused, repetitive practice of a single skill yields deeper mastery than superficial exposure to many skills.

In simple terms: Depth beats breadth in skill acquisition.

Key Takeaway

Deliberate practice matters more than variety.

Themes

learning skill development practice

Mood

motivational pragmatic

Type

advice

When to use this quote

  • sports training
  • musical study
  • coding

Key Concepts

deliberate practice theory

Practical Applications

  • design a curriculum with repeated drills

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is breadth more valuable than depth?
  • How can one balance both approaches?
A Different Perspective

Broad exposure can spark creativity and adaptability.

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