Bars Quote by John C. Reilly
“The thing I tried to remember when I was younger was 'Do something that's at least as good, if not better, than the last thing you did.' So I started with Brian De Palma and Sean Penn. I had a pretty high bar to start with.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2015
He sets high artistic standards, using great works as benchmarks.
In simple terms: Aim higher than past work.
Key Takeaway
Set lofty creative goals.
Themes
creativity
self‑improvement
benchmarking
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career
- personal projects
- creative pursuits
Key Concepts
art
film
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a “good enough” creative outcome?
- How do you balance ambition with satisfaction?
A Different Perspective
High standards may cause discouragement.
