The Perfect Flaw

ISBN-13: 9783565198672 / Angielski / Miękka / 108 str.

Sarah Vane

Opis

"The Perfect Flaw - Why competence needs clumsiness to be trusted" explores the "Pratfall Effect," a psychological phenomenon which states that highly competent people become more likeable when they make a mistake. The classic example is spilling coffee: If a clumsy person does it, they look like a loser. If a genius does it, they suddenly seem human and relatable.Social psychologist Sarah Vane explains why perfectionism creates distance and suspicion. In a world of curated AI images and flawless social media profiles, flaws have become a premium asset. The book advises leaders and professionals to strategically reveal weaknesses to build trust."The Perfect Flaw" teaches the art of being impressively imperfect. It encourages readers to stop hiding their errors and start using them as a bridge to connect with others. It proves that while we admire perfection, we only trust humanity.

Discover why spilling coffee can make you more likeable and how perfectionism is actually destroying your influence.