YFH Moments: On Perfectionism At Work

A 4-minute insight from U-28 Navigator and Weapons School graduate Matt "Air Bud" Acheson on the leadership lesson that changed how he works: learning to accept that a 75% solution is sometimes exactly what you need.

In this clip from the full episode (dropping next week), Air Bud shares how Weapons School forced him to confront his perfectionism—and why passing clear intent with clear outcomes matters more than controlling every detail.

If you've ever thought "it's faster if I just do it myself," this one's for you.

Key insights:

• Why perfectionism disguised as ownership actually limits your impact
• The difference between a 75% product and a bad product (hint: they're not the same)
• How to pass intent effectively so others can execute without your constant oversight
• The real reason you can't own everything—and shouldn't try