Does perfectionism kill productivity?
Work FORCE
Intro
This chapter examines the impact of perfectionism in professional settings, highlighting societal pressures intensified by social media. The speakers emphasize the detrimental effects on productivity and advocate for recognizing and overcoming these perfectionist tendencies.
Is perfectionism a positive trait or is it detrimental to productivity and well-being? We aim to shed light on the often-overlooked downsides of perfectionism. We'll discuss the impact of perfectionism on individuals, and its role in different professions. Our guests provide practical tips and tools for managing and mitigating its effects to navigate it in your personal and professional life.
Work FORCE is a podcast hosted by Dr Grace Lordan (www.gracelordan.com), author of Think Big, Take Small Steps and Build the Future You Want and professor at the London School of Economics. You can buy Think Big Here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Big-Small-Steps-Future/dp/0241420164/kacey123-21
Work FORCE unravels the behavioural science behind things that happen in the workplace that impact your success and wellbeing, blending academic evidence with real life experiences.
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Joining the Work FORCE discussion are:
Dr. Thomas Curran, Professor, Psychology
Dr Thomas Curran is the world's leading expert on perfectionism, author of the best-selling book The Perfection Trap, and acclaimed associate professor of psychology at the London School of Economics. His TED Talk on perfectionism received over three million views, he has written for major international publications such as TIME magazine and the Harvard Business Review, and his work has been featured in the BBC, New Scientist, New York Times, CNN, and Wall Street Journal.
Buy Thomas’ book The Perfection Trap: The Power of Good Enough in a World That Always Wants More here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Perfection-Trap-Power-Enough-Always/dp/B0BFFZ5N3J/
Find out more about Thomas and his work on his website: www.thomcurran.com
Pandora Paloma, Visibility & Business Mastery Coach
Pandora is a Visibility and Business Mastery Coach, bringing 20+ years in Communications and a unique fusion of Strategy meets Spirituality to female entrepreneurs ready to scale to their next level. She does this through her three masterminds for every stage of business.
Find out more about Pandora’s coaching methods at www.pandorapaloma.com
Or follow her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/pandorapaloma_/
Charly Haversat, Program & Strategy Consultant
Working across a myriad of industries, from working in finance to her background as a pro athlete turned yoga instructor, and even running for public office. Charly's career has focused on providing people-centric strategic consulting that focuses on sustainable solutions.
Follow Charly on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/charly-haversat-ms-2bbb0511/
For additional bonus content from all of this episode’s guest conversations visit the Work FORCE YouTube channel: @ProfGraceLordan
Dr Grace Lordan is the Founding Director of The Inclusion Initiative. Find out more about The Inclusion Initiative on @LSE_TII or visit https://www.lse.ac.uk/tii
Dr Grace Lordan is leader of www.diversirtyandproductivity.com
WorkFORCE is produced by Decibelle Creative: @decibelle_creative / www.decibellecreative.com
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