We are now in the age of constant invention with most new products lasting a few years. Doing great work is no longer enough. Success in the 21st century requires both quantity and quality – meaning sometimes 75% effort is good enough. To harness this new age of failure, individuals must learn how to quickly bounce back from mistakes.

Perfectionism is critical in roles where mistakes can be fatal, but relentlessly striving for perfection will limit your effectiveness as a leader. According to current research on gender and leadership, women tend to demonstrate more perfectionist tendencies.

Based on Kathryn’s forthcoming book: The Productive Perfectionist: A Woman’s Guide to Smashing the Shackles of Perfectionism, this program provides a step-by-step approach to smart risk-taking for risk-averse perfectionists—how to “lean in” and strive for excellence instead of perfection. Participants will develop new habits to maintain equanimity and learn simple practices to work more efficiently and effectively—with less stress.

Target Audience: Women professionals at all levels
Delivery: 75-minute program includes an interactive exercise to examine standards or “shoulds” and an individual assessment with the five Productive Perfectionist habits as a takeaway.