This checklist is designed to help you assess when a task or project is sufficiently complete, allowing you to move forward without getting caught in the perfectionism trap. Remember, "good enough" doesn't mean mediocre—it means meeting the essential requirements effectively and efficiently.

Your goal is to deliver value efficiently while maintaining your well-being and ability to tackle other important tasks.

• [ ] Goal & Alignment: What's the specific goal of this task and how does it contribute to the larger project?
• [ ] Minimum Viable Output: What's the simplest version of this task that would still be valuable?
• [ ] Time & Resources: How much time do I have right now, and what resources are available to me?
  • [ ] Available time: How many hours/minutes can I dedicate to this task today?
  • [ ] Skills: Do I have the necessary skills, or do I need to factor in learning time?
  • [ ] Tools: Are all required tools and software immediately available?
  • [ ] Information: Do I have all the necessary information, or do I need to factor in time for research or inquiries?
  • [ ] Support: Is there anyone available to assist or review if needed?
  • [ ] Next Steps: What immediately depends on this task's completion?
  • [ ] Quality Standard: What level of quality meets both stakeholder needs and my professional standards, without overdelivering?
  • [ ] Remember: "Good enough" means striking a balance between efficiency and quality. It's about delivering value effectively while maintaining your standards.

Risks: Always take a moment to consider any significant risks that might impact the task or project. Ask yourself: "Are there any major risks I should plan for or mitigate as part of defining 'good enough' for this task?"