Quality Quote by Greg Egan
“Being rewarded for anything other than the quality of their work is the fastest way to screw-up a writer-and it isn't only new ones who suffer from that.”
About This Quote
Rewarding writers for non‑quality reasons undermines their development and leads to poor outcomes.
In simple terms: Non‑quality rewards harm writers.
Key Takeaway
Focus on work quality.
Themes
writing
career
motivation
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- publishing contracts
- editorial feedback
- career advancement
- team management
Key Concepts
intrinsic motivation
performance incentives
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure rewards reflect actual performance?
- What systems can protect writers from undue external pressures?
A Different Perspective
May demotivate talented writers and cause burnout.
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