Perfectionism is often praised in high-performing environments. Attention to detail matters. Standards matter. But perfection, when left unchecked, becomes a barrier to progress.
In practice, perfectionism often looks like:
Over-editing instead of publishing
Endless revisions instead of execution
Delaying projects because they are “not quite ready”
The issue is not quality. The issue is momentum.
Progress is built through iteration, not flawless execution. The professionals who grow the fastest are not those who get it perfect the first time, but those who are willing to release, learn, and refine.
Leadership credibility is earned through consistency and responsiveness, not invisibility while waiting for ideal conditions.
Perfection promises safety. Progress delivers growth.
Reflection: Where has your pursuit of perfection slowed progress that could have been achieved through iteration?
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