Admire Quote by Harry Crews
“I never wanted to be well-rounded. I do not admire well-rounded people nor their work. So far as I can see, nothing good in the world has ever been done by well-rounded people. The good work is done by people with jagged, broken edges, because those edges cut things and leave an imprint, a design.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary Discussion, 1990s, null
The author rejects the value of being well‑rounded, favoring specialized, edgy talents that leave a lasting impact.
In simple terms: Specialized, edgy talent creates lasting work.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate unique strengths.
Themes
creativity
individualism
talent
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- career development
- personal branding
Key Concepts
specialization
edge
impact
Questions to Reflect On
- What unique edge do you bring?
- How can specialization enhance your contributions?
A Different Perspective
Being well‑rounded can dilute focus and originality.
