I don't like encores. It's like, if you see a great painting, you don't want an extra bit painted on the side.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Adding more to something already complete diminishes its value.
- In plain terms
- Stop when something is good enough.
- What can you take from it?
- Know when to stop.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is enough enough?
- Does more always mean better?
Another view
Sometimes extra value or sequels are welcomed by audiences.
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Somebody was trying to tell me that CDs are better than vinyl because they don't have any surface noise. I said, 'Listen, mate, life has surface noise'.
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