Time Quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
“It takes less time to do a thing right, than it does to explain why you did it wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Day of the Battle” (excerpt), 1842
Doing something correctly saves time and effort compared to fixing mistakes later.
In simple terms: Do it right the first time.
Prioritize quality over speed.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- project planning
- software development
- craftsmanship
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to iterate quickly?
- How do you balance speed and accuracy?
Perfectionism can cause paralysis.