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Is a perfectionist good or bad for your team? Step into a world where perfectionism isn't a virtue but can be a disruption to management in Greg Chasson's compelling book, Flawed: Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Management, a powerful addition to the realm of leadership books. As a renowned psychologist and expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy, Chasson unravels the complexities of perfectionism, making this book an essential read for those seeking self-growth, effective leadership, and successful team building. In Flawed, Chasson dissects the double-edged nature of perfectionism and its detrimental effects on organizational productivity. Tailored for managers and business leaders striving for effective team building, the book provides a roadmap for understanding, detecting, and solving five common ways perfectionism disrupts the workplace. What sets Flawed apart is its practical approach to solving the perfectionism puzzle and fostering a growth-oriented work environment. Chasson offers a range of anti-perfectionism strategies and tactics, empowering leaders to build cohesive teams and drive success. Trust in Chasson's authority is well-founded. As an Associate Professor and Director of Behavioral Interventions at the University of Chicago's Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders Clinic, he draws on extensive research and practical experience. Flawed is not just a book; it's a transformative guide for leaders committed to effective team building and mitigating the adverse effects of perfectionism on both individuals and organizations. Don't let perfectionism hinder your team's success-discover actionable solutions within the pages of Flawed.

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It's time to work on how we work. If you've gotten hooked on being perfect instead of being of service, this book will be a balm. Share it with someone who needs your help. Seth Godin Author, The Song of Significance I so wanted to write that Flawed is perfect! It covers very important material in a highly engaging style, drawing from extensive clinical research. But I avoid the obvious and ironic error to say instead that Flawed offers a comprehensive look at the dangers of perfectionism in teams and organizations - and offers a way out. Author Greg Chasson adds a crucial new perspective to existing resources on perfectionism in individuals by bringing his considerable clinical expertise to the workplace. Amy C Edmondson Author, Right Kind of Wrong Flawed is one of those precious books that comes along just at the right moment. It's well-researched, chock-full of illuminating case studies, and offers a treasure trove of clinically-informed strategies to manage both our own perfectionism and the perfectionism of other people. Like spending time with a close friend, by the end of it I was sad to put it down. It's the only book on perfectionism that business leaders will ever need. Thomas Curran Author, The Perfection Trap In Flawed, Greg Chasson tackles toxic achievement culture head-on. He exposes the widespread harm of perfectionism in the workplace and provides practical frameworks and solutions for leaders and managers. Flawed is a must-read for anyone with an interest in workplace health and looking for a healthy way forward. Jennifer Breheny Wallace Author, Never Enough Perfectionism is a secret saboteur of organizational efficiency, but Greg's engrossing and timeless book delivers an innovative framework and practical solutions for addressing perfectionism in your teams. Flawed needs to be required reading for every manager and any business leader with a stake in a thriving workplace culture. Nick Sonnenberg Author, Come Up for Air Time for companies to stop hailing perfection as the only destination and recognize flexible thinking as a viable direction. Fixating on unreasonable expectations is a surefire way to act inauthentically and unnaturally, while also undermining your personal and professional potential. Chasson's entertaining and informative book masterfully changes the way we think about perfection. This book will help leaders and perfectionists alike. Colin Coggins Co-Author, The Unsold Mindset Perfectionists on your team can become crippled by their own strategies, albeit with the best of intentions. Their behavior seems self-defeating and paradoxical. And they can bog down your entire team. Greg Chasson gives expert guidance about how managers can root out the cause of inefficiency and obstacles to success by helping you spot perfectionistic employees. And more importantly, he provides you with a multitude of strategies that you can use to help these employees truly tap into their potential. Jeff Szymanski, Author, The Perfectionist's Handbook Overcoming analysis-paralysis by embracing uncertainty and imperfection is essential for operators to realize their full potential. Dr. Chasson has tremendously utilized his expertise as an OCD specialist and his adept teaching ability to assist leaders in mastering this important skill. Stephen Smith, Founder/CEO, NOCD

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