The 5 Wealth Killers: #4 -The Perfectionism Trap and the Truth About “Getting It Right”
If you missed Wealthy Killer #1 - go here to slay it; go here to free yourself from Wealth Killer #2; and go here to break free from Wealth Killer #3
Ever said any of these to yourself?
“One more course, then I’ll be ready.”
“Just a bit more practice and I’ll be good to go.”
“A little more research and I’ll know what to do.”
Sound familiar?
Say hello to Wealth Killer #4: Perfectionism.
This Wealth killer is also deeply intoxicating because it can make us feel virtuous, but really… we are terrified of getting it wrong. And all that getting something wrong would mean about us.
The perfection trap is a socially acceptable form of self-sabotage that makes you feel smart, virtuous, and “almost ready”… while keeping you stuck exactly where you are.
In reality, perfectionism is steeped in shame.
Why We Cling to Perfection
Perfectionism is seductive. It gives us a false sense of safety.
Because if we’re still learning… still researching… still getting our ducks in a row…
…then we don’t have to feel uncertain and vulnerable.
We never have to risk getting it wrong
if we never actually start.
We know…
There is no perfect time, no perfect plan, and no perfect amount of knowledge.
And never starting means…
…we NEVER get to experience and have and create the life we want.
Only action creates change.
Only movement creates clarity.
Imperfect Action over Perfect Procrastination
Wealthy people know: it’s not about waiting until you’re certain.
It’s about taking a step, seeing what happens, and adjusting along the way.
“You can’t steer a parked car.”
If you’re parked in the garage waiting for the perfect roadmap, you’ll never get anywhere.
Once you’re in motion, you can adjust and tweak and pivot.
You learn from feedback. You build momentum by moving.
So let’s ditch the illusion that one more spreadsheet or strategy or course, or more information is going to save you.
You don’t need to know everything.
You just need to move.
Small Steps. Every Day.
Here’s the beautiful thing:
You don’t need to leap off a cliff.
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight.
Start with one clear step.
Then another.
And another.
Small, consistent actions, especially the imperfect, messy kind, are what build real wealth.
Your wealthy life is a participation sport.
So step onto the playing field of your life and start participating in the life you are here for.
🎥 You can also watch the full video on YouTube:
👉 Wealth Killer #4: Perfectionism
With a big dollop of imperfect love
Ann x
P.S. If you’re ready to live the life you want and break free from the devastation of perfectionism ... Join The Wealth Builder Club and get all the training, support, community, and accountability you need.
And discover how to slay the other 4 Wealth Killers too:
- The 5 Wealth Killers: #1 (and How to Slay Them)
- The 5 Wealth Killers: #2 - The “If It Isn’t Easy, It’s Not for You” Trap
- The 5 Wealth Killers: #3 - The Devastating “When/Then” Trap
- The 5 Wealth Killers: #5 - Waiting for Your Permission Slip
