If you want to understand the culture of a team, pay attention to what the high performers do.
In taking cultures, stars hoard knowledge and credit. They climb by pushing others down.
In giving cultures, stars share ideas and recognition. They rise by lifting others up.
Pursuing perfection can prevent progress. Momentum requires lowering your standards for the first draft.
Pursuing productivity can compromise quality. Excellence demands raising your standards for the final product.
A key to balance is to aim higher as you climb higher.