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Know what youre trying to do before you do it. Turning knobs at random isnt enlightening any more than throwing paint at
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"Know what you're trying to do before you do it. Turning knobs at random isn't enlightening any more than throwing paint at a wall blindfolded will let you paint a nice picture"

- Steve Albini

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This quote by Steve Albini is a suggestion to think prior to you act. It is very important to have a plan and a goal in mind prior to you begin a job. Taking random actions with no thought or function will not cause success. It resembles throwing paint at a wall blindfolded and anticipating to create a gorgeous painting. You require to have a clear vision of what you want to achieve and after that take the essential actions to get there. Without a plan, you will be not able to reach your desired result. This quote is a tip to take the time to believe before you act.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Steve Albini somewhere between July 22, 1962 and today. He was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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