You may know people who believe, "Good is never good enough." They are sharp, driven, push themselves, have lofty standards, and may focus on the negative. They wear themselves out and others as well. Could they be a perfectionist? Perhaps we have some of these tendencies. We will discuss perfectionists from several perspectives and how to harness their skills to enhance results. Perfectionism is a mindset, not a disease. Based on research and proven methods, we will review tactics that may help perfectionists learn how to transform their behaviors. If you know at least one perfectionist, this session will significantly help you and them.
DESIGNED FOR
Any professional interested in those with perfectionistic tendencies. Corporate Financial Leaders, CEOs, CFOs, Controllers, CPAs, Board members, Business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals interested in understanding others and themselves.
BENEFITS
After attending this presentation, you will be able to...
- Recognize, accept and understand the tendencies of perfectionists.
- Recall their strengths and areas where they may improve.
- Identify strategies to get the most out of a perfectionist.
HIGHLIGHTS
The major topics covered in this course include:
- Why perfection is not obtainable.
- The wonderful attributes of perfectionists and...
- The not so wonderful attributes of perfectionists.
- Why most attempts to deal with perfectionists fail.
- Why many perfectionists are procrastinators and masters of self-punishment.
- Tactics to help the perfectionist become more effective.
COURSE LEVEL
Intermediate
PREREQUISITES
At least six (6) months of professional financial statement analysis experience. Preferably experience managing others directly or indirectly.
ADVANCE PREPARATION
None