When does striving go too far?
Publication: Burnout | Continuous Improvement | Striving Perfectionism
We are often told to set Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals. To strive for the best. To get it right. To not make mistakes. In short, to be perfect — and yet, as the pressure builds, going for perfect can actually hinder progress. Perfection. It’s an interesting concept because what’s perfect depends on perspective. We also […]
When is near enough, good enough?
Publication: Continuous Improvement | Inner Critic | Perfection Struggle
Perfection. It’s an interesting concept because what’s perfect depends on perspective. What I see as perfect, and what you see as perfect may well differ. We also hold different opinions on the merits of striving for perfectionism – some will see it as good and others as limiting. As a concept, it holds both positive and negative elements. […]
What can you improve for tomorrow?
Publication: Continuous Improvement | Embrace Uncertainty | Intentional Living
The world’s constantly changing. Blink and you can feel like you’ve missed something. Do you keep in step with change, get left behind or stride ahead and step up? If you want to get the life you desire you have to step up to the plate. There’s an old adage: success breeds success. But success never happens overnight. Most success is borne out of a restless […]
Innovation is not limited to just “creative” people
Publication: Continuous Improvement | Curiosity at Work | Inclusive Innovation | Leadership and Innovation
When you think about innovation, what comes to mind? The iPhone? Driverless cars? Or do you think of things that were once considered innovative, such as the humble toaster? Innovation is all around us and comes in all shapes and sizes. However innovation isn’t just about products. It relates to ideas, methods and processes. It can be […]