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Are your high standards helping or hurting you at work? Let's unpack the real cost of perfectionism.
Dr. Greg Chasson joins Diana for an eye-opening conversation on how perfectionism shows up in the workplace and what leaders and individuals can do about it. A licensed clinical psychologist, professor, and expert in OCD and related disorders, Greg breaks down how perfectionism isn't just about wanting things to be "right"it's often a barrier to progress, innovation, and well-being. Whether you're a leader, a team member, or just tired of beating yourself up for not being "perfect," this episode will give you the mindset and practical insight to create a healthier relationship with achievement.
β³ Timestamps: 04:44 The Seth Godin book blurb story 06:00 Childhood roots of perfectionism 10:13 Compulsive vs. impulsive behavior 12:00 How OCD and perfectionism intersect 15:29 Perfectionism vs. the pursuit of excellence 19:02 Workplace examples of rigid goals 21:46 Cognitive rigidity and burnout 22:58 Strengths and struggles of perfectionists 25:04 Impact on team culture and leadership 30:12 How to overcome perfectionism and reclaim flexibility
π‘ Take action π₯ Subscribe for future episodes β https://www.youtube.com/@dianaalt π Grab my Resume Don'ts Guide β https://www.dianaalt.com/resumedonts β Avoid these common job search mistakes β https://www.jobsearchmistakes.com πͺ Wondering if it's time to walk away? β https://www.isittimetowalk.com πΌ Work with me β https://www.dianaalt.com
π’ Connect with Dr. Greg Chasson π Website β https://www.gregchasson.comπ LinkedIn β https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregchasson π Facebook β https://www.facebook.com/DrChasson/ π¦ X (formerly Twitter) β https://x.com/GregChassonπΈ Instagram β https://www.instagram.com/gregorychasson/ π Check out his book Flawed: Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Management β https://www.amazon.com/Flawed-Why-Perfectionism-Challenge-Management/dp/B0CY3GVD81
π² Follow me on social media: LinkedIn β https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianakalt YouTube β https://www.youtube.com/@dianaalt Facebook β https://www.facebook.com/dianakalt TikTok β https://www.tiktok.com/@thedianaalt Instagram β https://www.instagram.com/thedianaalt
#CareerGrowth #WorkShouldFeelGood #Perfectionism #LeadershipDevelopment #MentalHealthAtWork #OCD #Psychology #PersonalGrowth
By Diana AltAre your high standards helping or hurting you at work? Let's unpack the real cost of perfectionism.
Dr. Greg Chasson joins Diana for an eye-opening conversation on how perfectionism shows up in the workplace and what leaders and individuals can do about it. A licensed clinical psychologist, professor, and expert in OCD and related disorders, Greg breaks down how perfectionism isn't just about wanting things to be "right"it's often a barrier to progress, innovation, and well-being. Whether you're a leader, a team member, or just tired of beating yourself up for not being "perfect," this episode will give you the mindset and practical insight to create a healthier relationship with achievement.
β³ Timestamps: 04:44 The Seth Godin book blurb story 06:00 Childhood roots of perfectionism 10:13 Compulsive vs. impulsive behavior 12:00 How OCD and perfectionism intersect 15:29 Perfectionism vs. the pursuit of excellence 19:02 Workplace examples of rigid goals 21:46 Cognitive rigidity and burnout 22:58 Strengths and struggles of perfectionists 25:04 Impact on team culture and leadership 30:12 How to overcome perfectionism and reclaim flexibility
π‘ Take action π₯ Subscribe for future episodes β https://www.youtube.com/@dianaalt π Grab my Resume Don'ts Guide β https://www.dianaalt.com/resumedonts β Avoid these common job search mistakes β https://www.jobsearchmistakes.com πͺ Wondering if it's time to walk away? β https://www.isittimetowalk.com πΌ Work with me β https://www.dianaalt.com
π’ Connect with Dr. Greg Chasson π Website β https://www.gregchasson.comπ LinkedIn β https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregchasson π Facebook β https://www.facebook.com/DrChasson/ π¦ X (formerly Twitter) β https://x.com/GregChassonπΈ Instagram β https://www.instagram.com/gregorychasson/ π Check out his book Flawed: Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Management β https://www.amazon.com/Flawed-Why-Perfectionism-Challenge-Management/dp/B0CY3GVD81
π² Follow me on social media: LinkedIn β https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianakalt YouTube β https://www.youtube.com/@dianaalt Facebook β https://www.facebook.com/dianakalt TikTok β https://www.tiktok.com/@thedianaalt Instagram β https://www.instagram.com/thedianaalt
#CareerGrowth #WorkShouldFeelGood #Perfectionism #LeadershipDevelopment #MentalHealthAtWork #OCD #Psychology #PersonalGrowth