Bridging perfectionism and innovation—a moderated-mediation model based on achievement goal theory

These results contribute to the literature in three aspects. Firstly, they highlight the dual nature of perfectionism in innovation settings. Secondly, they emphasize the mediating role of learning goal orientation in converting perfectionistic tendencies into innovation outcomes. Thirdly, they identify perceived failure analysis as a cultural factor that amplifies the benefits of adaptive perfectionism but fails to mitigate the risks of maladaptive perfectionism. The study also offers practical insights for organizations to utilize the adaptive potential of perfectionism while minimizing its negative impacts.