Every day Quote by Jordan Mechner
““In short, I'm not very concerned with quantity and quality; I just want a reasonable entry for every day of my life, starting now.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Game Development Talk, 2020
He values consistent daily progress over occasional brilliance, aiming for a steady creative output.
In simple terms: Consistent daily work matters more than occasional brilliance.
Key Takeaway
Focus on daily consistency.
Themes
productivity
creativity
habit formation
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- writing daily
- coding practice
- art sketching
- learning new skill
Key Concepts
incrementalism
discipline
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance consistency with maintaining quality?
- What daily habit fuels your best work?
A Different Perspective
May lead to burnout if quality is ignored.
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