𝘕𝘰𝘣𝘰𝘥𝘺’𝘴 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘢 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘦. ~ Meredith Belbin
Our culture often rewards perfection, but this drive to be perfect sets people up with a heavy burden. The truth is, we’re all human. We all make mistakes.
Perfection might exist in moments, but we’re only truly perfect in our imperfections.
And, when you’re focused on perfection, you start to make smaller promises, trying to account for everything that could go wrong.
The result? More stress. More strained relationships. You become consumed by tasks and lessen the joy you get from your work.
It’s a cycle of striving for something that’s never enough.
If, instead of trying to be perfect, you focus on building a high-performing
team, you redefine perfection.
In my work, I’ve learned that I don’t need to be perfect on my own.
By surrounding myself with people who bring their unique skills to the table, we create something far greater than any individual effort.
We each play to our strengths, and in doing so, we create the conditions for success—together.
Yes, there will be breakdowns. Things won’t always go smoothly. But in a team, we handle it differently.
We don’t get stuck in blame or frustration. Instead, we come together with compassion and ask: How do we move forward from here? This is how a team takes care of each other—without the need to suffer.
What would change in your work if, instead of striving for perfection alone, you focused on building a team where everyone brings their best?