From the course: Learning from Failure as a Leader
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Making confident decisions without being perfect
From the course: Learning from Failure as a Leader
Making confident decisions without being perfect
- Making confident decisions without being perfect is your second superpower. The perfect solution does not exist. I know that's a tough pill to swallow, but it's true. Let me elaborate. Every decision comes with trade-offs. No matter how much you plan, analyze, or prepare, there will always be variables you can't control and risks you can't fully eliminate. Waiting for the perfect choice often means making no choice at all. Instead of chasing an impossible standard, focus on making the best decision with the information you have. Progress comes from action, not perfection. Let's define perfectionism in this context. Perfectionism convinces us that we need absolute certainty before taking action. It's the belief that unless something is flawless, it's not good enough. Think of the hesitation you feel before sending an email. The endless revisions on a project, the second-guessing before making a big decision. No choice comes with a 100% guarantee, and waiting for perfection often…
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