3540: Give Perfectionism Its Walking Papers: Five Reasons You Should Be Willing to Make Mistakes by Laura Stack


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Episode 3540:

True productivity doesn’t come from perfectionism, it comes from being willing to make mistakes. Laura Stack explores five powerful reasons why mistakes can lead to unexpected discoveries, unlock creativity, and fuel personal and professional growth. By embracing imperfection, you’ll unlock more potential than any perfectionist ever could.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://theproductivitypro.com/blog/2017/12/give-perfectionism-its-walking-papers-five-reasons-you-should-be-willing-to-make-mistakes/

Quotes to ponder:

"A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable but more useful than a life spent doing nothing."

"Mistakes close off dead ends. Just because you’ve made a mistake doesn’t mean you’ve failed."

"Take chances, make mistakes, get messy!"

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