perfectionism

A study conducted between 1989 and 2016 found that perfectionism in the US, UK and Canadian population was increasing. Maybe you don’t identify yourself as a perfectionist, but the truth is, a lot of us are perfectionists and we don’t even know it!

When faced with the interview question, “What’s your biggest weakness?” we’ve all pretended to pause and think for a second before sighing, “I think I’d have to say it’s my perfectionism, Debra.” Tell me I’m wrong.

Now I’m not going to go into the best responses to this question or start giving you interview advice, but I’d just like to point out that having the “perfect” answer is in itself an example of perfectionism. The meaning of perfectionism in the context of this interview answer is actually incorrect!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • What perfectionism really is
  • 3 ways it might be negatively impacting your life
  • Why it’s important to overcome perfectionism
  • What you can do about it

Believe it or not, perfectionism isn’t necessarily synonymous with high achievement. It can actually be the opposite! There are also a number of dangers associated with perfectionism that you probably aren’t aware of. Until a couple of years ago, I know I wasn’t.  

If you want to know what perfectionism is and why it’s an issue, understand the 3 major ways it might be negatively impacting your life, and have the information you need to start taking control of your perfectionism… listen to Episode 7 now!

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