Choices Quote by Jay Roach
“I like to shoot a lot of choices. I like a lot of stuff - and so I push to go faster, to shrink the time between the takes so that the takes are what you're spending all your time on.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing directing techniques, 2014
The creator values rapid decision‑making and minimizing downtime, focusing on the process of execution rather than the number of attempts.
In simple terms: Work faster, reduce idle time between attempts.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize speed and efficiency.
Themes
productivity
creativity
efficiency
Mood
focused
practical
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- film production
- software development
- musical performance
- sports training
Key Concepts
workflow
iteration
focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you maintain quality while speeding up?
- What tasks benefit most from rapid iteration?
A Different Perspective
Speed may sacrifice depth or quality.
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