Flawed: Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Management

by Greg Chasson

Is a perfectionist good or bad for your team?

Step into a world where perfectionism isn't a virtue but can be a disruption to management in Greg Chasson's compelling book, Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Management, a powerful addition to the realm of leadership books.

As a renowned psychologist and expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy, Chasson unravels the complexities of perfectionism, making this book an essential read for those seeking self-growth, effective leadership, and successful team building.

In Flawed, Chasson dissects the double-edged nature of perfectionism and its detrimental effects on organizational productivity.

Tailored for managers and business leaders striving for effective team building, the book provides a roadmap for understanding, detecting, and solving five common ways perfectionism disrupts the workplace.

What sets Flawed apart is its practical approach to solving the perfectionism puzzle and fostering a growth-oriented work environment. Chasson offers a range of anti-perfectionism strategies and tactics, empowering leaders to build cohesive teams and drive success.

Trust in Chasson's authority is well-founded. As an Associate Professor and Director of Behavioral Interventions at the University of Chicago's Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders Clinic, he draws on extensive research and practical experience.

Flawed is not just a book; it's a transformative guide for leaders committed to effective team building and mitigating the adverse effects of perfectionism on both individuals and organizations.

Don't let perfectionism hinder your team's success—discover actionable solutions within the pages of Flawed.

Genres: Nonfiction, Leadership, Business, Psychology

316 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 7, 2024

Reviews

[Lauren Boykin · Rating 4 out of 5]

So this book took a hot minute but was really interesting perspective! Definitely made me analyze some of my own perfectionistic behavior and think about ways I could improve. Not a manager but definitely really helpful stuff!

[Amy F. Winston · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a Physician, many of us struggle with a need to excel, to be the best, to be… perfect. But is perfect really a good thing? Or is the enemy of good better? Dr. Chasson’s "Flawed" is a wonderful read on recognizing perfectionism in the workplace as well as identifying the pitfalls of this behavior pattern. Dr. Chasson balances beautifully describing the academics of perfectionism and providing real world examples of how to recognize and handle perfectionism in a professional environment. As a person who struggles with these behavior patterns myself, I only wish this book had come out sooner! It's a must read for all high level professionals.

[Daniel Passov · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read about 40 business books about business and entrepreneurship. This is definitely one of the most impactful books on leadership for me. As an entrepreneur the harder thing for me was handing over things to my team. But as I have grown my business, I'm realizing my Managers, also have the same challenge. They end up micromanaging and demanding it is EXACTLY the way they want it to be.

Mr. Chasson does a great job laying out how counterproductive our initial instincts are and how we can manage more effectively. I'll be buying this book for anyone on my team in a leadership position.

[Adam Conder · Rating 3 out of 5]

In Flawed: Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Management, Dr. Greg Chasson, a clinical psychologist and expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy, examines the complex nature of perfectionism and its detrimental effects on organizational productivity. He argues that while striving for excellence can be beneficial, an excessive pursuit of perfection can lead to inefficiencies and obstacles within teams (Best Indie Book Award).

The book is tailored for managers and business leaders aiming to build effective teams. Dr. Chasson provides a roadmap for understanding, detecting, and addressing five common ways perfectionism disrupts the workplace. He offers practical anti-perfectionism strategies and tactics, empowering leaders to foster a growth-oriented work environment (Goodreads).

Drawing on extensive research and practical experience, Dr. Chasson emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and provides actionable solutions to mitigate the adverse effects of perfectionism on both individuals and organizations. Flawed serves as a transformative guide for leaders committed to effective team building and organizational success (Greg Chasson).

[Rebecca Dhrimaj · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book brings to light how problematic perfectionism can be in the workplace. We live in a society that rewards performance, and those suffering with perfectionistic tendencies can become paralyzed by the pressure to perform with high levels of quality. Dr. Chasson helps us understand how to detect perfectionism in the workplace and provides tips for managers and individual contributors to overcome the behaviors associated with perfectionism that stifle productivity and creativity. I not only appreciated this book for its practical advice but also was happy to see this topic being openly discussed as an issue that should be addressed to improve workplace culture.

[Raptor77 · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book written by a professional

What perfeccionism is and how it affects US at work, it is the Main topic from this book.

I've really felt identified, so this reading helped me to understand me better and gave me the guides to overcome this situación.

I am really grateful for having the chance to read professional Books like this, which are well written and perfecto documented.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kirsten Pagacz · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Release the Strangle Hold of Perfectionism"
As a business owner and perfectionist, I found the author, Dr. Greg Chasson, to be a great tour guide and communicator on the “perfectionism” topic. With his quick wit and interesting stories, he shares many insightful ideas on how to release the strangle hold of perfectionism. One of the key take-aways, as there are many throughout the pages, is the idea that not everything needs to be “Emphasis A,” and sometimes it is even preferred to take it down a notch. Just this concept alone is freeing. I will be applying the author’s tips and techniques for managing perfectionism into my daily practices both personally and professionally. Thanks for the new perspectives and for helping me, get on with it, living imperfectly!

[Srinivasan Tatachari · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good book to gain insights about perfectionism. Fair amount of tips to identify perfectionism and the challenges they can bring to relationships and organizations. Also yips on handling leaders who are perfectionists is useful to have.

I could actually identify a colleague as a potential perfectionist based on greg’s example of Kabir. Till now I thought that colleague was a psychopath but i am now rethinking

[Best Indie Book Award · Rating 5 out of 5]

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