Perfection as an Excuse

2020-06-01

When you're creative, sometimes you want everything to be perfect. But art isn't perfect. Business isn't perfect. Humans aren't perfect. And while it's good to have high standards for yourself, seeking perfection can be an excuse that stops us from moving forward. But making mistakes is how we learn, grow, and improve. Sometimes it's better to do something that isn't perfect than to not do anything at all. 00:42 Why I struggle with making videos 02:08 Accepting my awkwardness 02:58 Making excuses 03:41 Just...

When you're creative, sometimes you want everything to be perfect. But art isn't perfect. Business isn't perfect. Humans aren't perfect.

And while it's good to have high standards for yourself, seeking perfection can be an excuse that stops us from moving forward. But making mistakes is how we learn, grow, and improve.

Sometimes it's better to do something that isn't perfect than to not do anything at all.

00:42 Why I struggle with making videos

02:08 Accepting my awkwardness

02:58 Making excuses

03:41 Just start.

03:58 When "good enough" is okay to get started

04:27 Authenticity & Personal Branding

05:18 Is the quest for perfection getting in the way of what you want to do?

05:57 Do something.

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