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““—and start a little before the beginning, because we are usually wrong about where things begin.””

T. Kingfisher

About This Quote

Source Book: The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison, 2014

The quote suggests beginning work slightly earlier than you think, because our sense of a true start is often inaccurate.

In simple terms: Start a bit earlier than you think.

Key Takeaway

Plan ahead of perceived start.

Themes

planning time perception uncertainty

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • project planning
  • writing deadlines
  • event organization
  • meeting schedules

Key Concepts

chronology cognitive bias preparation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you determine the true start of a project?
  • What are the costs of starting too early?
A Different Perspective

If you start too early you may waste resources; timing still matters.

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