Perfectionism wastes everyone’s time. Here’s how. | Melanie Katzman | Big Think

Perfectionism wastes everyone’s time. Here’s how. Watch the newest video from Big Think: Join Big Think Edge for exclusive videos: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to business psychologist and consultant Melanie Katzman, being a maximizer, or someone who seeks and over works in pursuit of perfection, is a waste of time, energy, and resources. Completion and perfection are often not synonymous, and it is possible to continue tweaking something long after it is done. A desire to demonstrate expertise can overcomplicate the work and muddle the message. To avoid this pitfall, Katzman encourages clients to stop in the middle of a project and reassess. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MELANIE KATZMAN: Dr. Melanie Katzman is the author of the #1 WSJ bestseller Connect First: 52 Simple Ways to Ignite Success, Meanin