Giving Quote by Machado de Assis
“There is nothing worse than giving the longest of legs to the smallest of ideas.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Shortness of Ideas" by Machado de Assis, 1881
Giving excessive effort to a trivial idea is wasteful and absurd.
In simple terms: Big effort on small ideas is foolish.
Key Takeaway
Focus effort on meaningful ideas.
Themes
efficiency
prioritization
creativity
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- project planning
- resource allocation
- idea evaluation
Key Concepts
cost‑benefit analysis
strategic thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide which ideas merit effort?
- When is it okay to pursue a small idea?
A Different Perspective
Over‑analysis may stifle spontaneous creativity.
