Why should you always try to be better than “good enough”?
When we hear that we are good enough, it usually means that it’s fine to stay at that level, since your work is accepted and you can move on. However, as a leader or a professional with great career aspirations, being good enough is not acceptable. You can always do better, and that’s why it’s imperative to understand why you are just good enough, what stops you from being even better, and then push the boundaries to achieve such a goal at the highest possible level.
Taking ownership
It’s important to understand your limitations and take ownership. Don’t just blame things on others, take ownership and try to find solutions to solve those problems. In the end, this makes you a better leader, and you will also establish a template for how others should manage and tackle this type of situation.
Creativity is key
When a boss asks you do to something, try to get creative. Don’t just try to complete the task and that’s it. What you want to do is to stay creative, find new ways to collaborate with others, or just work on your own to fulfill a task. It is incredible and it will convey exceptional results. It will help you become more recognized in the future if you use such an approach.
Remember to stay vulnerable
It might not seem like a lot, but being vulnerable and learning from mistakes will make you a better leader. You want to understand the challenges that arise and also narrow down the best ways to bring those great ideas to fruition. In the end, it’s worth it and you will be more than impressed with how much it can help your team grow. Think about your team, their safety, and well-being, but also their mental health. Once you do that, the measures you take will be a lot more appropriate.
Conclusion
It’s crucial to find the best methods that allow you to help others and offer them the assistance and help they need. At the same time, you don’t just want to be good enough. You want to excel at what you do, so going overboard with every task or just pushing the limits is always going to be well worth it. Yes, it takes time and effort to implement that, but the benefits can be incredible and that’s exactly what you want to pursue in a situation like this!
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Gary Brunson
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Debra Rider
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Sustainable Growth & Profit Consultant, Coach, Mentor and Counselor/Therapist for Business Owners and Professionals.