Category Strategy and Growth

Behind every good decision lies a sense of direction. Here, I explore how we can think long-term, work smarter, and create sustainable growth – for products, companies, and people alike. It’s just as much about developing services and businesses as it is about personal growth, learning, and making wise choices along the way.

Collage with two images: on the left, an illustration of Noah's Ark surrounded by mountains and a river under a dramatic sky; on the right, an open Bible with a small flower beside it. The text 'The world's most well-known contingency plan' is written in the bottom right corner.

How the Bible Can Teach Us About Strategy, Leadership, and Adversity

The best leaders put their employees first. They build teams, give credit to others, and aren’t afraid to do the work themselves. And then it suddenly hit me—without being religious in any way—that I could continue illustrating my point by connecting the Bible and business, and decided to dig a little deeper into what it actually says.

Image showing the Cathedral and the Leaning Tower of Pisa under a clear sky. On the left, a dark circle contains the quote: “Don’t let the perfect become the enemy of the good.” Below it reads: “200 years spent trying to make it perfect – they didn’t succeed. But more than 650 years later, it still stands strong.” In the bottom right corner, the name Raymond Sebergsen is displayed.

When Perfect Becomes the Enemy of Good

The pursuit of perfection has followed me through life—driving me to always deliver a little more than expected. But I’ve also learned that perfection can be a trap. It delays action, fuels self-doubt, and makes it hard to recognize when something is already good enough. Over time, I’ve come to see that excellence isn’t always about flawless execution, but about knowing when to let go.