(For a more in-depth reflection on the perils of perfectionism, check out this article – Why You Should Strive for Excellence, Not Perfection. It does a good job contrasting the benefits of setting high standards, i.e. excellence, versus perfection and its negative side effects.) Share this...
Keep in mind that excellence does not mean “perfection.” It simply means doing things in a way that makes the best use of available resources at the time and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement to build on previous successes and adapt to evolving business needs. Where did the id...
to be the best that one can be but without the demand attached to the goal or desire. Pursuing excellence may require tremendous effort and focus as well as other resources. But, unlike perfectionism, it does not demand a sacrifice of self-esteem as it tends to focus on the process of ...
3. Seek perfection– perfection is an aspirational goal that is not likely to be achieved, but the pursuit of it creates a mindset and culture of both continuous and radical improvement. 4. Embrace scientific thinking– innovation and improvement are the consequence of repeated cycles of experiment...
their virtues. Excellence is notjusta matter of being able to study and speak and write well; it is also a matter of humility and consecration and detachment. We should also note that 'Abdu'l-Bahá makes a comparative judgement about the women's excellence, commenting as He does that they...
There is not a “pure” science. By this I mean that physics impinges on astronomy, on the one hand, and chemistry and biology on the other. And not only does each support neighbors, but derives sustenance from them. The same can be said of chemistry. Biology is, perhaps, the example...
It does not call for a quarterly report or a CEO sporting a perfect smile. It just lies there—heavy, sparkling, and strangely consoling. So, including it inside your IRA? That is not a fringe theory. That’s deft defense. First of all, unlike loose cash in a piggy bank, gold ...
Seek Perfection. Assure Quality at the Source: Do work right the first time and correct mistakes when they occur. Flow and Pull Value: Maximize customer value by creating an uninterrupted, continuous production flow that responds to true customer demand. Embrace Scientific Thinking: Follow a disci...
Seek Perfection Just because the phrase “nobody is perfect” is popular does not make it true. And just because it may be true does not mean that you cannot strive for it. When the organization cultivates a culture of “continuous improvement”, does it end there? Should the organization...
When we talk about excellence the first quote that came up to my mind is “Excellence/Perfection is not a destination; it is a continuous journey that never ends.” by Mr. Brian Tracy. The word excellence is derived from the Latin word excellere (which translates to Surpass)...