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 ...

As I sit down to write this, I’m not even sure where to start. But maybe I’ll begin with this: I’m a bit ashamed to admit it, but the University of Massachusetts Amherst was far from my first choice.

Perfectionism often appears in people who have anxiety disorders or related mental health conditions. Chasing perfection may impede one's ability to be fully authentic. Thinking critically about ...