Strive for progress, not perfection from "summary" of Failing Forward by John C. Maxwell
Striving for progress, not perfection, is a key concept in the journey of failing forward. It is about focusing on growth and improvement rather than constantly seeking flawless outcomes. In our society, there is often a misconception that success is synonymous with perfection. However, this belief can be detrimental to our personal and professional development. Perfection is an unattainable standard that can lead to feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt when we inevitably fall short. By shifting our mindset to value progress over perfection, we are able to embrace failure as a natural part of the learning process. Failure becomes a stepping stone to success, rather than a roadblock that hinders our advanc...
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