Good Enough > Perfect

Ever found yourself endlessly tweaking a project, rewriting the same email, or holding off on starting something because it’s just not quite right yet?  

That’s perfectionism, and while it might seem like a productivity boost, it’s actually an obstacle that holds you back. 

It’s about fear of imperfection, fear of failure, and fear of judgment. And guess what? It’s one of the biggest reasons we procrastinate. When you aim for perfection, you’re setting yourself up for frustration. Why? Because perfection is an impossible goal.  

The more you chase it, the more time you waste. Instead of focusing on getting started or making progress, perfectionists obsess over every tiny detail—and that’s where things get stuck. 

Progress > Perfection. In almost every situation, done is better than perfect. 

“Good enough” doesn’t mean slacking. It means recognizing when something is sufficient to move forward, even if it’s not flawless. Sometimes, aiming for 80% is far more productive than killing yourself trying to reach 100%. 

The next time you’re stuck on a task, ask yourself: “Is this good enough to move forward?” -If the answer is yes, stop tweaking and call it done. Use that time to handle the next task on your list. 

Perfectionists love to work without deadlines because, without time pressure, they can keep adjusting and refining indefinitely. But if you set clear, strict deadlines, you force yourself to stop obsessing and start finishing. 

So set a timer or deadline for your current project. Commit to finishing it within that time frame, no matter what. The sense of urgency will help you focus on completing, not perfecting. 

One of the most effective ways to conquer perfectionism is to deliberately take imperfect action. This means putting something out into the world before you feel “ready.” It’s a scary thought, but it’s a game-changer. 

So pick a project or task and intentionally submit it when it’s 80% done. Whether it’s sending an email, launching a small project, or posting content online, focus on delivering results, not perfection. You’ll be surprised how much you can accomplish when you stop aiming for flawless. 

Perfectionism often stems from a fear of being judged.  

But here’s the truth..  

Feedback is more valuable than flawlessness.  

When you focus on progress instead of perfection, you open yourself up to growth. Feedback shows you where to improve, but it also means you’re already making strides. 

Share your work with someone you trust, even if it’s not “perfect.” Ask for constructive feedback and improve from there.. 

As for the weekly challenge: 

Let Go of Perfection 

This week’s challenge is simple: stop aiming for perfect. Pick a task you’ve been stuck on (or avoiding) because you don’t feel it’s quite ready or you’re not sure where to start. Now, here’s what you’ll do: 

Set a timer for 30 minutes and start working on it with a goal to get to “good enough.” 

Commit to finishing the task in that time, even if it’s not perfect. 

Submit or move on when the timer is up—resist the urge to keep tweaking! 

See you guys Tuesday! 👋