Easy Quote by Stephan Jenkins
“Sometimes something will come along, and it feels easy and sometimes you'll get 85 percent there on a song and the last 15 percent will elude you for three years.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast, 2015, Stephan Jenkins discussing songwriting
Creative work often stalls near completion; the final effort can be elusive and time‑consuming
In simple terms: Finishing a project can be the hardest part
Key Takeaway
Persist through the final stretch
Themes
creativity
perseverance
artistic process
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- research projects
- software development
- thesis writing
Key Concepts
flow state
completion mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies help you overcome the last 15 percent?
- How do you stay motivated during prolonged stalls?
A Different Perspective
Even after much progress, breakthroughs may require patience and fresh perspective
