How Perfectionism Hurts Your Career

One of the most common obstacles to success is our own quest for perfection. As a recovering—and oft-relapsing—perfectionist myself, I know all too well the allure of seeking out that elusive 100 percent performance. If you have perfectionist tendencies, you probably see perfection as a worthy goal. But in reality, it’s quite the opposite. That quest for perfection is actually a waste of your time and energy, and it limits your potential. Here are four reasons why you should strive for less than perfection in your career:

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