Perfectionism is the highest order of self-abuse
We work with a great many executives who demand perfection from their teams. They demand these high standards of themselves as well. These are perfectionists who feel they are justified in exacting these demands from their teams because they hold themselves to the same high standard. If fact, it non productive to hold either their teams OR THEMSELVES to a perfectionist standard. There is nothing wrong with striving for excellence. But perfection is something altogether different. Perfectionism is seeking the end of the rainbow. It is an unachievable mirage. To actually demand it of others or yourself is abusive behavior of the highest order.
