How to Be Awesome at Your Job 999: How Perfectionism Holds Us Back–and What to Do About It with Dr. Greg Chasson
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Oct 3, 2024 
Dr. Greg Chasson, a licensed clinical psychologist and expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy, delves into the dual nature of perfectionism. He explains how it differs from high standards and the inefficiency that can actually boost effectiveness. The conversation tackles the detrimental effects of perfectionism on creativity and mental health, while offering practical strategies to confront it. Listeners learn the importance of accepting flaws, aligning actions with personal values, and fostering supportive environments to combat perfectionistic tendencies.
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Why Perfectionism Is Different From High Standards
- Perfectionism is excessive expectations plus rigid thinking that prevents adaptation.
- That combo makes people hit their heads against the wall instead of responding to feedback.
Let Values Guide Risk Decisions
- Use your values to decide which risks to take and which controls are worth pursuing.
- If you can't accept a possible outcome, avoid that risky action even if others deem it reasonable.
Use An Emphasis Framework For Effort
- Use the Emphasis Framework: A = go all in, B = get it done, C = don't do it.
- Allocate A only to truly important tasks and use B for most work to avoid burnout and paralysis.