Just be sure not to explode on your way up. There is an undeniable allure to perfection, and many make a habit of chasing it. For some entrepreneurs and engineers, striving for perfection is not just ...

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Perfectionism is thought to be irrational solely because perfection doesn’t exist, which is obviously true. However, it’s also irrational because, when considered deeply, perfection is undesirable. A ...