We live in a world obsessed with results. But growth: real, meaningful growth; rarely comes in straight lines or perfect scores. It comes in steps, stumbles, and small victories that add up over time.
In The Happiness Advantage, Shawn Achor reminds us through the Zorro Circle principle: start small. Focus on the circle you can control. When you master that space, confidence expands, and progress follows naturally.
The danger of perfectionism is that it blinds us to progress. We wait until things are flawless before we celebrate. But happiness: and momentum; are built when we pause to notice what’s already improving.
Try this simple practice: At the end of your week, gather your team and ask, “Where did we make progress this week?” You’ll be amazed at how energy shifts when effort is seen. Recognition becomes fuel. Small wins become shared stories.
Remember, forward is forward. Even the smallest step counts when it’s in the right direction. So, instead of asking for perfection, ask for progress. Instead of pointing out what’s missing, highlight what’s growing.
When we celebrate movement, we nurture motivation. When progress becomes our culture, perfection finds its place: not as pressure, but as purpose.
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