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“I'm pretty involved in everything I do, which isn't always efficient and doesn't necessarily make for the more successful product. But I do feel that, in that sense, everything I do has a comprehensiveness to it.” quote by Sufjan Stevens
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“I'm pretty involved in everything I do, which isn't always efficient and doesn't necessarily make for the more successful product. But I do feel that, in that sense, everything I do has a comprehensiveness to it.”

Sufjan Stevens

About This Quote

Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2015

Balancing breadth and depth can dilute focus, yet it can also foster holistic insight.

In simple terms: Too many tasks reduce efficiency but broaden perspective.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize depth where impact matters.

Themes

focus efficiency holistic productivity

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • product design
  • project management
  • creative work

Key Concepts

systems thinking trade‑offs comprehensiveness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you decide when breadth adds value?
  • What tasks deserve deeper focus?
A Different Perspective

Depth may be sacrificed for breadth, risking mediocrity.

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