Podcast Summary: "Perfection is Killing Your Success—Do THIS Instead" (Ep. 925)

F.I.R.E.D UP with Krista Mashore
Host: Krista Mashore
Release Date: February 16, 2025

Introduction

In Episode 925 of F.I.R.E.D UP with Krista Mashore, titled "Perfection is Killing Your Success—Do THIS Instead," Krista delves into the detrimental impact of striving for perfection on entrepreneurial success. Geared towards entrepreneurs aiming to distinguish themselves in competitive markets, this episode offers actionable strategies to overcome perfectionism and accelerate business growth through practical digital marketing techniques.

The Perfection Paradox

Krista begins by addressing a common obstacle faced by many entrepreneurs: the pursuit of perfection. She asserts, “The biggest inhibitor from your success is being too perfect. I like to say it's better to be perfectly imperfect than it is to be perfect” (00:00). This mindset, she explains, often leads to paralysis by analysis, where individuals continually prepare and plan but fail to take decisive action.

Introducing GET MO: Good Enough to Move On

To combat perfectionism, Krista introduces the concept of GET MO—Good Enough To Move On. She elaborates, “Get mo is going to help you get more done in one day than you used to get done in 30 days” (00:30). The essence of GET MO is to embrace progress over perfection, encouraging entrepreneurs to launch projects and initiatives without waiting for every detail to be flawless.

The Cost of Waiting for Perfection

Krista shares her personal experiences to illustrate the pitfalls of perfectionism. “I can promise you one thing that I've learned in my success journey, or lack thereof, is this: no matter how much attention and detail and planning I put into anything, no matter what, it's never right” (01:15). She emphasizes that delaying action in anticipation of the perfect moment or flawless execution only results in missed opportunities and prolonged stagnation.

Learning Through Action

Echoing the principles of Napoleon Hill, a renowned self-development author, Krista highlights the importance of decisiveness. “Napoleon Hill interviewed all these wildly successful people and they had 16 plus traits. All of them had the same traits. One of those traits was the fact that they were decisive in nature. They made decisions quickly, they took action quickly” (02:10). This decisiveness fosters a culture of continuous learning and adaptation, as taking action, even imperfectly, leads to invaluable lessons and iterative improvements.

Adopting Success Principles

Krista reassures listeners that the traits of successful individuals are not innate but can be cultivated. “The cool thing about these success principles are that you can actually learn to adopt them. You're not born with them, right? You're not all of a sudden born to learn to just get stuff done quickly” (03:00). She encourages entrepreneurs to consciously practice these principles, transforming their approach to work and enhancing productivity.

Overcoming the Fear of Imperfection

Addressing the inner critic, Krista challenges those who are “super anal retentive and they want every single thing to be exactly right,” urging them to evaluate the effectiveness of their perfectionism. “How is that working for you? Right? Like, I mean, are you getting a lot of stuff done? Is it? Are you seeing the progress as quickly as you can or is that actually inhibiting you?” (04:05). She posits that the fear of imperfection often masks a deeper fear of failure, which can be mitigated by adopting the GET MO philosophy.

Practical Implementation

Krista provides a straightforward strategy for listeners: “Just start, stop getting ready. Stop aiming. I want you to fire, fire, fire fast, fire forward. I want you to get mo good enough to move on” (05:00). By shifting focus from flawless execution to actionable steps, entrepreneurs can maintain momentum, make timely adjustments, and ultimately drive their businesses forward more efficiently.

Personal Accountability and Trust

Towards the end of the episode, Krista underscores the importance of self-trust and personal accountability. “Trust and listen to yourself because you have the answers. You are your own hero. You know more than you think” (05:50). This empowerment encourages entrepreneurs to rely on their intuition and experience, fostering a proactive mindset essential for sustained success.

Conclusion

In this insightful episode, Krista Mashore effectively dismantles the myth of perfection as a prerequisite for success. Through the introduction of the GET MO principle and the reinforcement of decisive action, she equips entrepreneurs with the tools needed to overcome procrastination and achieve their financial independence goals. By embracing imperfection and prioritizing progress, listeners are inspired to elevate their businesses and secure their positions as market leaders.

Notable Quotes

• Krista Mashore [00:00]:

  “The biggest inhibitor from your success is being too perfect. I like to say it's better to be perfectly imperfect than it is to be perfect.”

• Krista Mashore [00:30]:

  “Get mo is going to help you get more done in one day than you used to get done in 30 days.”

• Krista Mashore [01:15]:

  “No matter how much attention and detail and planning I put into anything, no matter what, it's never right.”

• Krista Mashore [02:10]:

  “Napoleon Hill interviewed all these wildly successful people and they had 16 plus traits. All of them had the same traits. One of those traits was the fact that they were decisive in nature.”

• Krista Mashore [03:00]:

  “The cool thing about these success principles are that you can actually learn to adopt them. You're not born with them.”

• Krista Mashore [04:05]:

  “How is that working for you? Right? Like, I mean, are you getting a lot of stuff done?”

• Krista Mashore [05:00]:

  “Just start, stop getting ready. Stop aiming. I want you to fire, fire, fire fast, fire forward.”

• Krista Mashore [05:50]:

  “Trust and listen to yourself because you have the answers. You are your own hero. You know more than you think.”

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