As dietitians, we’re trained to value precision, evidence, and getting things right. But sometimes, this commitment to excellence morphs into a perfectionism that keeps us from fully stepping into our expertise. It’s that voice that says you need to know everything before you can claim your authority.
In this third episode of our identity series, we’re tackling the complex relationship between expertise and perfectionism. It’s time to explore how waiting to be “perfect” might be holding you back from making your biggest impact – and what to do about it.
This episode builds on our previous conversations about professional identity and limiting beliefs, focusing on how to fully own your expertise while letting go of the perfectionism that often comes with being a healthcare professional.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:
- Why perfectionism is particularly challenging for dietitians
- The real difference between excellence and perfectionism
- How waiting to be “perfect” limits your professional impact
- What true expertise looks like (hint: it’s not about knowing everything)
- Ways perfectionism shows up in your career that you might not recognize
- How to maintain high standards without getting stuck in perfectionist patterns
- The connection between perfectionism and imposter syndrome
- Why owning your expertise actually serves your clients better
Perfectionism doesn’t have to be the price of being an expert. If you’re ready to make a bigger impact while letting go of impossible standards, this episode will show you how to embrace your expertise with confidence and authenticity. Because the truth is, your clients don’t need you to be perfect – they need you to be present, knowledgeable, and real.
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