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Episode 199: How to Build Tech Without Chasing Perfection

24 Dec 2025

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Trying to build things perfectly is often what stops them from working at all. In this episode of CTO Confessions, Stephen Cope, CIO at Astrak, shares why aiming for 80% is usually more than enough โ€” and how letting go of perfection helps teams move faster, learn sooner, and build technology that actually gets used. Stephen brings a thoughtful, grounded perspective shaped by years of leading real change, from navigating self-doubt to introducing AI in ways that support people instead of overwhelming them. This is a warm, honest conversation about progress, simplicity, and why your people matter far more than any tech stack ever will.

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