It isn’t often efficient but it’s essential. It’s more important than efficiency. But both take practice. You probably know which one you need more practice with.
A few weeks ago I unearthed a two hour home video of my first band making our first record. In high school. In my bedroom. Terrible gear. Huge expectations.
It was crystal clear who was good at having a good time and who was trying to be a little too efficient at sixteen years old. :)