Why Perfection Is an Unattainable Goal

Playing to Win

January 08, 2026

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Welcome to the latest newsletter
of Playing to Win!

My newsletter is designed specifically to help business owners like you grow your companies with tried & applied bits of business knowledge, all communicated in actionable, bite-sized chunks. I will share insights and advice aimed at enhancing your business operations, boosting your success, and allowing you to focus more on what truly matters. Let's work together to achieve your goals and make your endeavors a reality.

Key Points of the Newsletter

  • The quest for perfection can lead to burnout.
  • A focus on continuous improvement is healthier.
  • Embrace the journey, not the destination.

Why Perfection Is an Unattainable Goal

We often hear the phrase “striving for perfection,” but what does that really mean?
 
Can you ever truly reach perfection, or is it merely an ideal that drives us forward?
 
The truth is that perfection, by its very definition, can never be fully realized. It’s an ideal, a vision of what could be, but it’s not a tangible destination.

At some point in your business journey, you’ll realize that the constant chase for perfection is both exhausting and counterproductive.
 
Once you hit one milestone—whether that’s cGMP compliance or launching a new product—you’ll quickly notice another standard waiting for you to achieve it.
 
The cycle can feel like an endless pursuit, and the more you achieve, the further the bar seems to move.

But here’s the secret: it’s okay.
 
The pursuit of perfection is what keeps us moving forward and growing, even though we’ll never fully reach that ideal. This pursuit pushes businesses to innovate, improve, and adapt.
 
Instead of focusing solely on the end goal, focus on how much you’ve grown along the way. 
 
Celebrate the progress, not just the destination.

Perfection may be unattainable, but the journey toward it is where the magic happens. When you embrace this mindset, you unlock new possibilities for growth and success.
 
So, don’t burn yourself out chasing perfection—embrace continuous improvement and keep evolving.

Stay tuned for more insights in our next newsletter. Remember, it's the small adjustments that often make the biggest impact on your business's profitability. Here's to your continued success!

Stay driven to push your business forward,
Ryan Niddel