Perfectionism is the great career stall.

Most people don’t slow down because they’re lazy.

They slow down because they want everything just right before they move.

Job seekers spend months polishing résumés, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles before they ever start actually searching.

Professionals over-edit reports and presentations until the opportunity passes.

They all have the same problem…waiting until it’s perfect before they ship.

But progress doesn’t come from polishing. It comes from acting.

This week’s lesson is all about breaking free from perfectionism so you can finally make real progress.

I share how I overcame a decade of “consultant conditioning” that taught me perfection was everything and how learning to act fast and iterate changed my entire career.

If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to make something flawless, this one’s for you.

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--Andy