Is perfection really the goal – or is it actually holding you back?

In this episode, we explore how striving for perfection can stall progress in procurement careers, and why embracing action (even if it feels messy) is often the real key to growth. From strategic plans to job searches, we look at how waiting for the “perfect moment” can stop you moving forward.

We cover:

• How the pursuit of perfection shows up for procurement professionals
• Why fear is often at the root of “waiting until things are ready”
• Real examples of how striving for perfection can stall career moves and leadership impact
• Why messy action builds resilience, momentum, and confidence
• The power of small steps to unlock bigger opportunities

We also share candid reflections from our own journeys – when perfection has held us back, when progress has paid off, and what we’ve learned along the way.

Thanks for joining. We’re so glad you’re here.

👥 Hosted by:
Donna Bowden | Procurement Career Coach, Narrate Your Career
Laura Sellers | Executive and Leadership Coach, Coaching for Procurement

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