Perfect or better?

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Learn to prioritize 'better' over 'perfect' to drive progress and growth in your career and life

intermediate Published 17 May 2026
Action Steps
  1. Assess your current situation and identify areas for improvement
  2. Evaluate available options and choose the one that offers a significant upgrade
  3. Take action on the chosen option, even if it's not perfect
  4. Continuously monitor and adjust your decision to ensure it's still 'better' than the previous state
  5. Practice self-reflection to recognize when the pursuit of perfection is hindering progress
Who Needs to Know This

This mindset shift benefits individuals and teams in various roles, such as entrepreneurs, product managers, and software engineers, by encouraging proactive decision-making and iteration

Key Insight

💡 The search for perfect can be a hindrance to progress, while settling for 'better' can lead to continuous improvement

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