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“The definition of being good is being able to make it look easy.” quote by Hugh Jackman
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“The definition of being good is being able to make it look easy.”

Hugh Jackman

About This Quote

Source Interview: "The Pursuit of Excellence", 2015

True skill is demonstrated when actions appear effortless, masking underlying effort.

In simple terms: Goodness shows as ease.

Key Takeaway

Practice until it looks easy.

Themes

skill effort perception

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • sports
  • teaching
  • leadership

Key Concepts

mastery performance humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you make mastery appear effortless?
  • What hidden efforts do you overlook?
A Different Perspective

Ease can hide hard work, leading to undervaluing practice.

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