What do you do if you're struggling to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards due to perfectionism?

As someone who has made the shift from a head of marketing with a big budget to do everything to a very high standard, to doing things now as a solo business owner, I have found myself stuck in perfectionism plenty of times! My mantra these days is 'done is better than perfect' and I give myself time slots to get things done so I don't stay in 'tweaking mode'. Also carving out a good amount of time for deep work is needed, then when getting things out into the world, I give myself the grace of knowing there's probably going to be things I may have missed. Sometimes I'll get a fellow entrepreneur to check if it's something really important, but otherwise I press publish and let go of control as best I can!

Perfectionism can hinder meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards. To overcome this, set realistic goals, prioritize tasks, identify perfectionist tendencies, set boundaries, break patterns, focus on good-enough standards, set time limits, seek feedback early, practice self-compassion, and celebrate progress. Remember that progress is more important than perfection, and it's okay to strive for excellence without expecting flawless outcomes every time. By implementing these strategies, you can overcome perfectionism and meet deadlines more effectively.

"Perfectionist" ideals are both liberating and maddening. It's admirable to achieve zeniths, but perfectionism can create a lot of anxiety and erode possible successes. At its base, this about an "Individual control of space and outcome". Begin the practice of "Surrender", and know "you still got this".

At its worst Perfectionism is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), an a attempt to control the space immediately surrounding us. Be gentle with yourself and others. No one is perfect, and "humans will continue to being perfectly imperfect", including YOU, and that's really okay.

Have you ever met a person who claimed 'How perfect they, and or their lives are?' Many years ago, and joking with friends, I said, "Show me a perfect person, and I will show a perfect liar". As people we will forever be "Perfectly Imperfect", and I love that.

High standards and perfectionism are two totally different things. Perfectionism is a drain of energy and a waste of creativity. Consistent quality work will remove the burden of being perfect. Besides, perfection is subjective. Give yourself a break. Embrace the project and let the end result be the end result. If you care about the project, it will show.

WE can be our "Best publicists and our worst critics". Plan ahead, insert flexibility into your timeline, "Under promise and Over-deliver", be accepting of your mistakes (and others), and adopt a policy of "be KIND to you and ALL others".

Another helpful approach could be breaking tasks into smaller, more manageable chunks. When facing a big project, perfectionists might feel overwhelmed by the idea of getting everything just right. By breaking it down into smaller steps, it becomes less daunting and easier to make progress without feeling the need for perfection at every stage. This method allows you to focus on completing each smaller task effectively, which ultimately contributes to meeting deadlines while maintaining quality standards.