Podcasts about progress over perfection

What if real change doesn't happen through giant bursts of motivation… but through tiny repeated stitches over time? In this heartfelt and humorous episode, Wendi Bergin shares her idea for a “15-Minute Summer” after realizing that spending just 15 minutes a day learning to quilt would give her nearly 18 hours of practice before her daughter returns to school. That simple realization opened the door to a bigger conversation about overwhelm, motherhood, preparedness, burnout, perfectionism, and why the brain often resists massive projects but responds well to tiny manageable steps. Using quilting as a metaphor for life, Wendi explores how meaningful things are often built slowly: one seam, one square, one tiny faithful effort at a time. She also shares the psychology behind small habits, including how small wins create momentum in the brain and why manageable goals help reduce emotional resistance and procrastination. The episode takes a deeper turn into disappointment and unmet expectations with the phrase: “Yes, thank you.” Wendi discusses how cognitive reframing and emotional resilience can help us continue showing up for our lives even when plans fall apart, routines get messy, or progress feels slower than expected. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, discouraged, or emotionally exhausted, this episode is a gentle reminder that tiny stitches still matter. Your life does not need a giant overhaul overnight. Maybe you just need the next 15 minutes. Connect with Wendi Bergin and share your own “15-Minute Summer” goal at wendi@joyfulprep.com  Joyfully Prepared Library -https://www.joyfullypreparedlibrary.com Meal Planning Worksheet - https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/planning Joyfully Prepared Realtor - https://joyfullyprepared.com/realestate/ Website - https://joyfullyprepared.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/joyfulprepper Facebook - https://www.joyfulprepgroup.com  

For years, Canva has been one of the most widely used tools and one of the most challenging when it comes to accessibility, so when we started hearing that improvements had been made, we were skeptical. Then we opened a file. In this episode, we take a first look at Canva's latest accessibility updates and walk through what's actually changed. From real-time color contrast feedback to improved tagging and built-in accessibility checks, there are some genuinely meaningful steps forward. But it's not perfect. We also dig into where things still fall short, including reading order challenges and list behavior that can impact screen reader users, because accessibility isn't about passing a checker, it's about creating an experience that actually works. This episode isn't about calling Canva out, it's about calling progress what it is. When a company listens, improves, and starts moving in the right direction, that matters, and it raises the bar for everyone else. If you've ever struggled to balance real-world tools with accessibility expectations, this is a conversation you'll want to hear.

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the hidden cost of perfectionism. In dentistry and leadership, chasing the final 5% of perfection can consume a disproportionate amount of time, energy, and focus; often delaying progress in the process. He discusses the difference between excellence and perfectionism, and why many of the best results come from moving forward before everything feels flawless. Sometimes the real growth in a practice comes not from endless refining, but from implementing, learning, and improving along the way.

Today, she is the CEO of Ulta Beauty, leading over 1500 stores worldwide, striking partnerships with Chanel and Beyonce, and creating record growth since she took over in early 2025.  That kind of career momentum doesn't happen by accident. And in this conversation, you'll see the “progress over perfection” mentality that's helped Kecia do it – all while building a strong team culture that's laser focused on serving customers.  If you've ever felt stuck overthinking a decision, here's what it takes to beat analysis paralysis and keep pushing forward even when you don't have all the answers. You'll also learn: Kecia's 80/20 rule for faster, bolder decisions Why your company strategy might not be sticking (and what to do about it) How to respond when you get passed over for a promotion The advice she wants every other woman in leadership to hear Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The How Leaders Lead App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daily Insight Emails⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day Whichever you choose, you can be sure you'll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

You don't have to feel fearless to move forward. In this episode of Intuition: Your Joy Compass, I share a very real (and slightly hilarious) moment from a walk along the cliffs in Rhode Island, where my brain decided a 12-inch drop was basically the end of my life. Spoiler: I survived… with a little creativity, a lot of self-talk, and yes, a very humbling "sit and scoot" moment. This conversation is about what actually happens when fear takes over, how the brain exaggerates risk, how the inner critic shuts things down, and why waiting to feel confident is not the path forward. Instead, we explore what it looks like to build self-trust in action: setting realistic expectations, removing pressure, and finding your own way through, no matter how unconventional it looks. I also share how small shifts in language ("I'll try" vs. "I can't") can open doors, and how progress over perfection is what creates real confidence, not forcing yourself to be fearless. If you've been holding back, overthinking, or saying no before you even give yourself a chance, this episode is your invitation to take one step forward… even if you do it scared.

Warning: this episode comes with a powerful tool, learned through decades of pain chasing perfection.  In this episode, Dr. Emily talks about one of the most important mindset shifts for real healing and growth: progress over perfection. So many of us delay change because we think we need the perfect plan, perfect motivation, or perfect execution before we begin. But real growth doesn't work that way. Healing your body, mind, relationships, and spiritual life happens one imperfect step at a time. Dr. Emily shares why perfectionism often keeps us stuck, how shame and fear can block progress, and why learning to embrace the "work in progress" version of ourselves is where true transformation begins. She also opens up about personal stories involving health struggles, mindset shifts, marriage growth, stress, faith, and learning to let go of the pressure to "have it all together." In this episode, Dr. Emily talks about: Why progress matters more than perfection How perfectionism can quietly sabotage healing The danger of waiting for the "perfect" motivation Why shame and guilt often keep us stuck in unhealthy cycles The importance of taking realistic, imperfect steps forward Creating actionable strategies instead of chasing impossible standards Fixed mindset vs. growth mindset Learning to work through setbacks instead of quitting How stress and emotional overload can show up physically in the body Why no one is truly perfect, even the people we admire The role of grace, self-compassion, and faith in healing How relationships, habits, and thought patterns can slowly change over time Why growth requires humility, curiosity, and willingness to learn A simple reflection tool: What am I doing well? What's not working? What's my next step? You do not need to become perfect to become healthier, stronger, or more whole. You just need to keep moving forward. One small step at a time. Ready for more guidance and support? Head to www.emilyvinzantmd.com or follow Dr. Emily on Facebook and Instagram for more science-backed common-sense health. 

In this episode, we talk about Skill 7: Give Yourself Grace, the final skill and the glue that holds every healthy habit together. Real change is not built on fear, shame, perfection, or pressure. It grows from love, patience, humility, and the willingness to keep coming back. You'll hear why progress matters more than perfection, especially when life gets messy and you miss a workout, make an off-plan choice, or feel like you've fallen behind. Grace does not mean giving up or making excuses. It means getting back up, learning from the moment, and continuing the journey with a kinder, stronger mindset. This episode also talks about the power of community, encouragement, and remembering your deeper “why.” Whether you're working on food choices, movement, mindset, or long-term health, grace helps you build habits that last. This final skill is not about being perfect. It's about loving yourself enough to keep going, one choice, one comeback, and one grace-filled step at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the very drive that takes you to the top of your career is quietly dismantling everything underneath it? In this raw, deeply human episode of Legendary Leaders, host Cathleen O'Sullivan is joined by Nick Jonsson — global keynote speaker, bestselling author, and the world's number one thought leader on executive loneliness. Swedish-born, educated in Australia, and based across Southeast Asia for over two decades, Nick has spent 22 years living and working at the intersection of high performance and hidden struggle. Nick opens with the story most leaders never tell: how a working-class upbringing wired him to equate worth with relentless grind, how loneliness crept in silently behind every promotion, and how alcohol became his coping mechanism — not occasionally, but systematically. He and Cathleen explore what addiction really looks like in high-performing people and why it's so easy to miss, how "smiling depression" masks crisis even from those closest to us, why surrender is the first and most essential step toward something solid, and what leaders can do right now to build safer spaces — for their teams and for themselves. This is a conversation that will stop you mid-scroll and ask you the question Cathleen poses at the very start: if you stripped away the job title, the calendar, the KPIs — who are you? And are you okay?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​   Episode Timeline: 00:00:00 When Performance Meets Loneliness 00:05:54 Nick's Story: From Working-Class Roots to Rock Bottom 00:10:19 The Making of an Anxious Overachiever 00:14:14 Where Loneliness Really Lives 00:15:59 From Bad Habit to Addiction 00:28:07 Surrender as the First Step 00:31:03 Progress Over Perfection 00:34:59 The Relief Leaders Are Really Looking For 00:37:42 Psychological Safety — Theory vs. Reality 00:45:04 Signals Leaders Should Watch For 00:49:55 Depression, Hopelessness, and Smiling Through It 00:54:33 Seeing the Signs in Someone You Love 00:57:25 The Five Steps to Holistic Leadership 01:04:19 What We Can Do Every Day​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Key Takeaway: Loneliness at the Top Is Real — and Rarely Talked About: The higher you climb, the fewer safe spaces there are to admit struggle. Naming that is the first step toward changing it. Surrender Is Strength, Not Failure: Admitting something isn't working is not giving up — it's the starting point for everything that comes after. You cannot rebuild what you won't first put down. Progress Over Perfection in Recovery: Relapse doesn't mean starting over. What matters is honesty about what happened and what you'll do differently next time. Leaders Set the Culture by Going First: Psychological safety isn't a policy — it's a practice. When a leader owns their struggles openly, it gives everyone else permission to do the same. Build Your Safe Space Before You Need It: A coach, peer group, or trusted friend outside work isn't a luxury. It's what keeps pressure from becoming crisis.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ About Nick Jonsson: Nick Jonsson is a global keynote speaker, supervised psychotherapist, certified executive coach, and #1 international bestselling author recognised as the world's leading thought leader on executive loneliness. Swedish-born and educated in Australia, he has spent over 22 years living and working across Southeast Asia — in Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. As co-founder and Managing Director of Executives' Global Network (EGN), he built Southeast Asia's largest confidential peer network for senior executives and business owners. His bestselling book, Executive Loneliness, draws on his own recovery from burnout, alcoholism, and depression to help leaders break free from isolation and lead with wellbeing and sustainable performance. A LinkedIn Top Voice and award-winning entrepreneur, Nick works with leaders around the world on psychological safety, holistic leadership, and genuine connection. Connect with Nick Jonsson: Website: https://www.nickjonsson.com/  LinkedIn: https://sg.linkedin.com/in/nick-jonsson  Book: https://www.nickjonsson.com/executive-loneliness-book  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonssonnick/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NickJonsson  Podcast: https://www.nickjonsson.com/podcast    Connect with Cathleen O'Sullivan:  Business: https://cathleenosullivan.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathleen-osullivan/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legendary_leaders_cathleenos/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LegendaryLeaderswithCathleenOS   FOLLOW LEGENDARY LEADERS ON APPLE, SPOTIFY OR WHEREVER YOU LISTEN TO YOUR PODCASTS.  

How often are you asked to upgrade and order, an experience or even a trip you already have booked? Probably quite often. And while those upgrades often come with a cost, we rarely question them once the foundation of a purchase is in place. The same is true at this stage of life. You're not starting over—you've already built years of experience, skills, and resources. But in a world that's rapidly changing with AI and new technology, it can feel like you're being asked to relearn everything. The truth is, you're not behind—you're being invited to upgrade. And today, we're going to talk about what that really looks like as you lead yourself forward with self-leadership into what's next. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/reframing-self-leadership Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter  Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com  Chapters 0:00 Intro: Reframing AI as an Upgrade  2:45 Your Foundation of Experience and Skills 5:15 Why You Are Not Behind in the AI World 8:30 Choosing Curiosity Over Resistance 11:45 Taking Ownership of Your Learning Curve 14:30 What AI Can and Cannot Do for You 17:15 Mastering the Art of Prompting 20:00 Progress Over Perfection in Content Creation 22:45 Practical Steps to Start Today 24:55 Conclusion and Resources #AI #SelfLeadership #MidCareer #ProfessionalGrowth #FutureOfWork Ready to take the next step in your mid-career journey? Get resources and subscribe to the channel for weekly insights on purposeful living. ✨

Indecision isn't neutral, it's expensive. In this episode, Karen breaks down how hesitation shows up in leadership and why waiting for certainty is often the very thing costing you opportunities, confidence, and influence. If you've ever overthought a decision, delayed action, or stayed quiet when you knew you had something to say, this episode will challenge you to move differently. Karen shares a powerful reframe: decisive leaders aren't always right, but they are trusted. And trust is built through movement, not perfection. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why indecision doesn't protect opportunities—it passes them to someone else How your hesitation impacts your team's speed, clarity, and performance The subtle way indecision erodes your confidence over time Why overthinking keeps you busy but not impactful How to build trust through thoughtful, decisive action Key Takeaway: You don't need more time. You need a decision. Decide, then refine. Action Step: Identify one decision you've been delaying. Make the call today, without overcomplicating it. Then adjust as needed. Favor to Ask If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a review on Amazon or wherever you listen. Your reviews help more people find the show and start communicating with greater confidence and ease. Some resources for you: Get 3 Strategies to Speak Up in Meetings here. Project more confidence and credibility with my free tips: 9 Words to Avoid & What to Say Instead: Words to Avoid | Karen Laos My book “Trust Your Own Voice”: https://karenlaos.com/book/ Connect with me: Website: https://www.karenlaos.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenlaosofficial  Episodes also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwQoTGdJX5eME0ccBKiKng/videos   About me: Many years ago I found myself tongue-tied in a boardroom, my colleagues and executives staring at me. My stomach in my throat, I was unable to get the words out (in spite of being in a senior leadership role).  Then, I heard my boss shut down the meeting. My heart sank. I was mortified. She pulled me aside and said, "You didn't trust your gut. You could've tabled the meeting like I did." Why didn't that option occur to me in the moment? Why did I feel like I needed permission? That was the day I set out to change. I began a journey of personal growth to discover the root of the problem. Once I did, I wanted every woman to experience that same freedom. I'm now on a mission to silence self-doubt in 10 million women in 10 years by giving them simple strategies to speak up and ask for what they want in the boardroom and beyond, resulting in more clients, job promotions, and negotiation wins. Companies like NASA, Netflix, Google, and Sephora have been propelled toward more effective communication skills through my signature framework, The Confidence Cocktail™. This is your invitation to step into your most confident self so you can catapult your career! Karen Laos, Communication Expert and Confidence Cultivator, leverages 25 years in the boardroom and speaking on the world's most coveted stages such as Google and NASA to transform missed opportunities into wins. She is fiercely committed to her mission of eradicating self-doubt in 10 million women by giving them practical strategies to ask for what they want in the boardroom and beyond. She guides corporations and individuals with her tested communication model to generate consistent results through her Powerful Presence Keynote: How to Be an Influential Communicator. Get my free tips: 9 Words to Avoid & What to Say Instead: Words to Avoid | Karen Laos Connect with me:Website: https://www.karenlaos.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenlaosofficial Facebook: Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos: https://www.facebook.com/groups/karenlaosconsultingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenlaos/Episodes also available on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwQoTGdJX5eME0ccBKiKng/videosMy book “Trust Your Own Voice”: https://karenlaos.com/book/

Trigger Warning: This episode contains references to grief and the loss of a child. What alcohol was really costing me was my peace, my presence, and a life that felt true and authentic. That's the realization both Michelle and Susan come to with the help of Coaches Hayley and Cole. Michelle just hit 30 days and is only now connecting the dots between what alcohol was really costing her and the fear, impatience, and disconnection she'd written off as just life. Susan is alcohol-free and sitting with a grief so deep she wonders if she deserves to feel better at all. This one is real, raw, and worth every minute. In Michelle's session: Why wine still felt tempting even when she knew it was no longer serving her The link between drinking, marriage, routine, and end-of-day shutdown Creating new patterns, from different seats on the couch to different drinks at dinner Noticing how alcohol affects patience, sleep, stress, and health data Questioning the fear that changing her drinking could change her marriage Seeing what alcohol was really costing me in calm, clarity, and connection Letting go of future-tripping and staying present And more topics… In Susan's session: Processing grief, guilt, and the heartbreak of losing her son Why self-compassion feels so hard after loss Looking back at drinking through a new lens Exploring whether guilt feels like a way to stay connected Realizing she was not 100% responsible for everything that happened Using writing and reflection to hold grief without picking up a drink And more… Hayley Scherders is a certified TNM Coach with training from the Canadian Addiction and Mental Health Association. Drawing from personal experiences, Hayley understands how tough change can be and provides a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where her clients can feel supported. She believes that with the right mindset, anyone can change their life at any time. Learn more about Coach Hayley: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/hayley-scherders/ Cole Harvey is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach. For years, he felt lost and used alcohol as a way to cope, until he decided to go alcohol-free and focus on finding his purpose. Through curiosity, self-compassion, and adventure, he transformed his life. As a habit change and mindset coach, Cole helps young men understand themselves, build better habits, and find meaning. Learn more about Coach Cole: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/cole-harvey/ Episode links: nakedmindpath.com Related Episodes: Does Mom Guilt After Drinking Ever Go Away? - Reader Question - EP 650 – https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-650-readers-question-does-mom-guilt-after-drinking-ever-go-away/  Progress Over Perfection, Learn to Embrace Self-Compassion - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - EP 730 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-730-coaches-podcast-coach-ellie-with-lauri-m-tina-m/ What if my marriage is dependent on alcohol? - Reader Question - EP 222 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-222-reader-question-what-if-my-marriage-is-dependent-on-alcohol/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, Quince, and Shopify. BetterHelp: BetterHelp is offering our listeners 10% off at betterhelp.com/nakedmind  Quince: get free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/naked Shopify: Sign up for $1 month trial at shopify.com/mind

How to turn latent motivation into fuel for change.If you want to be a changemaker, you'll have to convince others to join your cause. But according to Dan Heath, persuading your audience isn't about creating new motivation — it's about leveraging the motivation that's already there.“The most important fuel for any change effort is motivation,” says Heath, the number-one New York Times bestselling author of Reset: How to Change What's Not Working. Instead of struggling to persuade people to want what you want, Heath suggests finding where your goals overlap with the things they already desire. "Before you even get to persuasion, if you can just tap and unleash the energy that's already there, you've already catapulted yourself toward success,” he says.In this Rethinks episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Heath and host Matt Abrahams explore how to create more compelling communication using “leverage points,” or as Heath says, “where a little bit of effort yields a disproportionate return.” Whether getting buy-in from one teammate or achieving change across an entire organization, Heath shares practical tips for turning latent motivation into an engine for change.Episode Reference Links:Dan HeathDan's Books: Reset: How to Change What's Not WorkingDan's Podcast: What It's Like To Be Ep.190 Motivation Matters: How to Leverage What People Already WantEp.49 Make Numbers Count: How to Communicate Data Effectively  Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (03:59) - The Power of Storytelling (07:09) - Crafting Powerful Stories (12:08) - Finding Great Stories (15:27) - Leverage Points For Change (18:39) - Wasted Resources & Motivation (23:06) - Latent Desire in Systems (25:15) - The Role of Systems in Communication (29:04) - Communicating Progress (32:26) - Lessons from Hosting a Podcast (34:58) - The Final Three Questions (43:00) - Conclusion  ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.This episode is brought to you by Babbel. Think Fast Talk Smart listeners can get started on your language learning journey today- visit Babbel.com/Thinkfast and get up to 55% off your Babbel subscription.Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

Trigger Warning: This episode contains references to PTSD, depression, loss, and self-harm. What if the thing you've never tried, not once in your whole life, turned out to be the answer? Beverlee is fresh out of eight years of isolation, finally learning how to stop drinking when you feel overwhelmed by caregiving, grief, and years of putting herself last. Steve is 75, alcohol-free since July, and sitting with something brand new: the idea that he doesn't have to fix everything. Coaches Cole and Soraya guide both of them in discovering what it means to show up for themselves. In Beverlee's session: Years of isolation, caregiving, and a demoralizing environment, and what finally started to shift The moment Beverlee recognized she'd been hiding her drinking, and herself, for most of her life A profound inner child healing exercise that brought tears, release, and a long-overdue reunion What self-compassion actually feels like in your body, and how to locate it when you've only ever given it away Why curiosity can open the door to compassion when compassion feels completely out of reach And more on the other side of hiding… In Steve's session: How Steve found his "why" at age 75 and has been alcohol-free since July Why adult children carrying old wounds don't have to define you or your peace How to stop drinking when you feel overwhelmed by family tension and unresolved grief The Groundhog Day cycle of drinking The shift from waiting for your kids to love you to walking in with love for yourself first And more on belonging to yourself and trusting the process Cole Harvey is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach. For years, he felt lost and used alcohol as a way to cope, until he decided to go alcohol-free and focus on finding his purpose. Through curiosity, self-compassion, and adventure, he transformed his life. As a habit change and mindset coach, Cole helps young men understand themselves, build better habits, and find meaning. Learn more about Coach Cole:⁠ https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/cole-harvey/⁠ Soraya Odishoo is a compassionate Certified This Naked Mind Coach who blends somatic healing with therapeutic models to support recovery. She serves people who feel disconnected from their true selves and want freedom from substances or behaviors that no longer serve them. She takes a trauma-informed, heart-centered approach with a strong focus on accessibility for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Learn more about Coach Soraya: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/soraya-arjan-odishoo-alpc/ Episode links: nakedmindpath.com Related Episodes: Finding Hope for Longtime Drinkers - Reader Question - EP 600 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-600-reader-question-finding-hope-for-long-time-drinkers/ Progress Over Perfection, Learn to Embrace Self-Compassion - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - EP 730 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-730-coaches-podcast-coach-ellie-with-lauri-m-tina-m/ Self-Love is the Key - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - EP 736 - https://thisnakedmind.com/self-love-is-the-key-alcohol-freedom-coaching-e736/ Ready to take the next step on your journey?  Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, Quince, and Shopify. BetterHelp: BetterHelp is offering our listeners 10% off at betterhelp.com/nakedmind  Quince: get free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/naked Shopify: Sign up for $1 month trial at shopify.com/mind

Bhavin Shukla: The Adaptable Product Owner — How Progress Over Perfection Drives Real Value in Scrum In this episode, we refer to story mapping as a key tool for maintaining focus and alignment. The Great Product Owner: Embedding Prioritization as a Daily Discipline Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "She had this section called 'Not Required Anymore.' Every time, it was a very subtle and a very respectful way of saying to the team: great idea, but the goals changed. We don't need it anymore." - Bhavin Shukla   Bhavin describes a Product Owner who turned prioritization into a living discipline. She built a culture of co-creation where everyone contributed ideas to the backlog, but she also saw the biggest risk coming early: misalignment from siloed ideas. Her approach was to use story maps extensively in refinements and planning, communicating weekly with customers to collect feedback. When the direction changed — and it regularly did — she articulated the shift clearly: "Goals changed, here's what we're doing now." Her stroke of genius was a section on the story map called "Not Required Anymore," where deprioritized ideas landed respectfully. Nobody felt offended; they understood customers' needs had shifted. This created a culture where people kept contributing ideas courageously, knowing that even if priorities changed, their input was valued. The result was a team that could adapt without chaos, maintaining focus while embracing change.   Self-reflection Question: How does your Product Owner communicate changes in direction? Is there a respectful, transparent mechanism for showing the team what's no longer needed — and why? The Bad Product Owner: The No-Feedback Product Owner Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "I was looking for those keywords — a change in priorities, a change in the roadmap. Those conversations were missing. And when I asked about the roadmap, I got crickets." - Bhavin Shukla   Bhavin shares the story of a Product Owner who was brilliant at articulating value in the backlog — customer-centric stories, well-structured work. On the surface, everything looked great: goals were being met, the team was delivering. But something subtle was wrong. The roadmap never changed. Priorities never shifted. There were no conversations about customer feedback changing direction. When Bhavin got curious and asked to see the roadmap, he realized it was a static delivery plan, not a living document. The Product Owner wasn't collecting feedback from customers, so there was never a reason to adapt. The team was essentially building in a vacuum — shipping features nobody was validating. It's an anti-pattern that's easy to miss when the team is performing well on internal metrics but disconnected from real customer value.   Self-reflection Question: Is your team's roadmap a living document that changes based on customer feedback, or has it become a static delivery plan? When was the last time a priority genuinely shifted based on what you learned from users?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enduretotheendpod/⁠⁠Zunex Pest Control: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/zunexpestco/⁠⁠In this episode of Endure to the End, Josh and Caitlin talk about the principle of progress over perfection and how endurance running has helped them better understand spiritual growth.Training for long-distance races has shown them that improvement doesn't come from perfect runs. It comes from consistently showing up, even when the run feels slow or difficult. They explore how this same principle applies to the gospel: spiritual growth rarely comes through dramatic moments, but through small, steady efforts over time.00:00 – Introduction02:00 – The lesson endurance running teaches about perfection06:00 – Fueling your body and avoiding burnout10:30 – Line upon line: how real growth happens15:30 – Why you can't skip the process of growth21:30 – God values effort, not perfection23:45 – Sponsor: Zunex Pest Control25:00 – Small daily deposits create spiritual change30:00 – Overcoming perfectionism and social pressure37:00 – Press forward with hope in Christ

This episode is also available in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.Join Locky Wright as he shares how the My RYOBI program turns customers into loyal fans.From data-driven personalisation and AI-powered recommendations to winning back customers and breaking down organisational silos, Locky reveals the secrets to delivering real impact. Learn why progress over perfection, simplicity, and measurable value are key to lasting loyalty.Hosted by Carly Neubauer Show Notes:1) Locky Wright2) My RYOBI 3) TLDR - Article Recommendation4) This is Marketing - Book Recommendation

Waiting until you're ready is just fear in a really convincing disguise.Summary: Perfection is a myth, and deep down you already know that, but self-doubt and the fear of judgment keep so many of us stuck, waiting for a moment of readiness that never comes. In this episode, Steph gets personal about the messy, imperfect beginnings that are actually the foundation of every meaningful journey of personal growth and impact. Drawing on her own story and using common examples in every day life, we talk about the saboteur voices that kill motivation before you even begin, why starting imperfectly is an act of courage, and how embracing a progress over perfection mindset might be the most important entrepreneurship and mindset shift you ever make. As Steph puts it, waiting for perfection isn't humility, it's selfishness. The world needs what you have, right now, as you are.In this episode you'll discover: - The importance of starting imperfectly- Overcoming self-doubt and saboteur voices- The journey of progress and evolutionYour takeaways: -Starting imperfectly is better than not starting at all.- Progress beats perfection; embrace the journey of growth.- Self-doubt and saboteur voices are common; recognize and challenge them.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Proof of Light01:21 The Importance of Starting11:34 Overcoming Fear and InactionResources mentioned: Proof of Light projectBig Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

In this episode of Positively 365 we dive into the freedom of choosing progress over perfection. Learn how letting go of unrealistic standards can reduce pressure, build confidence, and help you keep moving forward, even when things aren't perfect.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE

Cristina and Cheryl also discuss Cristina's new GLOW framework: Grow gut diversity, Lower inflammation, Optimize energy, and Work with your body compassionately. The conversation also covers gut health, the risks of overly restrictive diets, mindful eating, and how to aim for progress over perfection, even on flare days. Episode at a glance: 02:02 Diagnosis and Acceptance 05:25 Medications Plus Lifestyle 06:48 Why Cristina Became a Dietitian 13:59 GLOW Framework Explained 29:16 Defining Gut Health 36:10 Healing Your Food Relationship 38:20 Why Restriction Backfires 40:05 Mindful Treats and Less Stress 41:37 Sustainable Habits Over Time 43:01 Progress Over Perfection 43:49 Shifting Priorities with Illness 49:12 Living a Good Life with RA 51:43 Where to Find Cristina's Spanish Podcast Medical disclaimer:  All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Episode Sponsors Rheum to THRIVE, an online course and support program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. See all the details and join the program or waitlist now!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you've ever felt like you're either doing it perfectly or completely blowing it, this episode offers a different way to think about your journey with food. We explore what black-and-white thinking looks like around eating, why rigid standards can actually create the very behaviors we're trying to stop, and how learning to look for progress — not perfection — changes everything.What You'll Discover:Why all-or-nothing thinking keeps you stuck in binge cyclesWhat progress with food can actually look like (it might surprise you)Why small changes are more powerful than big overhaulsHow what you focus on shapes what you create more ofIf you've been measuring your days as good or bad, and the bad days keep leading to more bad days — this episode offers a way out of that cycle.Ready to stop navigating this alone? Schedule a Breakthrough Call with JaneWant to know why you struggle with food and what to do next? Start watching The Binge Breakthrough Mini Series today.

On episode 737 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan sits down with physical therapist and author Eileen Kopsaftis to unpack the powerful insights from her book, Aging Culprits: 12 Myths That Sabotage Your Future and Steal Your Joy. Together, they challenge common assumptions about aging, exploring how many so-called age-related declines are actually rooted in lifestyle choices, not inevitable fate. Coach Allan and Eilene dig deep into the myths that often steal our joy as we get older and highlight practical strategies to take control of your health, strength, and independence, no matter your age. If you're ready to scrub away the nonsense, embrace evidence-based self-care, and ensure your best years are ahead, this conversation is for you. Time Stamps: 00:00 Aging Myths Debunked 05:37 Defying Aging Expectations 07:22 Superstition vs. Truth Belief 10:17 No Medications in Medicine Chest 13:36 Risk Reduction: Real vs Relative 17:42 Age and the Power of Play 21:58 Real Estate and Downsizing Stories 23:17 Addressing Mobility Challenges at Home 29:00 Surround Yourself With Support 30:19 Progress Over Perfection https://lifelongwellbeing.com  

The goal is not to be perfect by the end.The goal is to be better today.

Does perfection ever hold you back from starting something new?In today's episode, Richelle Alessi opens up about the struggle between striving for perfection and embracing progress. Together, we'll uncover how perfectionism can sometimes be a mask for deeper fears, and explore how to push past those barriers, choosing action over hesitation, and faith over fear. As Richelle Alessi shares personal experiences and wisdom from Scripture, our community is invited to reflect on where fear may be stalling our own growth and how small steps can lead to big changes.Join us for this uplifting devotional, and let's pray together as a community for the courage to make progress and trust God with each new beginning.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video Devotionals NEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota. We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! HELP US GROW THE MMD COMMUNITY Subscribe to the show on this app Share this with a friend Join our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Leave a review Support Our Friends and Family Connect with the original host of MMD Alison Delamota Follow our family's podcast The Family Business with The Alessis

February is officially in the books! In this episode, we're reflecting on what went well, the challenges we faced, and how to carry momentum into March. This month brought its fair share of obstacles, and honestly, we're not sad to see it go. But through it all, we've been reminded that progress over perfection is the goal — celebrating wins, learning from setbacks, and focusing on consistent, small steps rather than trying to do everything perfectly. Join our priority list to be the first to know when Burn Fat and Feast membership opens. https://pages.burnfatandfeast.com/hormone-reset-priority-list/  GRAB ONE OF OUR FREEBIES: Week of Meals (with grocery list and recipes) Ultimate Guide to Intermittent Fasting For Women Fat Burning Guide Metabolism and Hormone Checklist Fast Food Guide Free LIVE workout Alcohol & Macros Guide Protein & Portions Guide Connect with us on your favorite social media platform: Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnfatandfeast Facebook: www.facebook.com/burnfatandfeast TikTok: @burnfatandfeast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/burn-fat-and-feast/ Join our FREE Facebook community to be surrounded by other women on a mission to live their best lives.  Rate, Review and Follow on Apple Podcasts If you love this show, please consider rating and reviewing the show! This helps us support more people just like you, move toward the life they desire and deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars and select "Write a Review". Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode.  If you haven't already, be sure to follow the podcast!

Episode OverviewIn this episode of The Uncertainty Edge, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Philip Sutter, founder of PolicyStream and Affinity Life, to explore how he transformed his insurance practice into a thriving six-figure digital business built entirely through content marketing. Philip shares his journey from creating terrible webcam videos to building a specialized practice serving rock climbers and extreme sports enthusiasts.Key Quote"Progress over perfection isn't motivational fluff—it's the framework that allows you to navigate every major pivot in your career." — Sam SivarajanKey TakeawaysProgress over perfection — Start badly and improve daily rather than waiting for the perfect moment.Niche down to scale up — Being a big fish in a small pond makes you referable beyond that pond.Intent drives authenticity — Shift from "I need leads" to "Who am I genuinely trying to help?"Sound Bites"You don't learn by researching—you learn by doing.""Your niche isn't a cage. It's a spotlight.""When you focus on serving rather than selling, people feel it.""The leaders who thrive aren't the ones with all the answers—they're the ones willing to start before they're ready."Topics Discussed00:00 — Building a Six-Figure Digital Business Through Content00:35 — Progress Over Perfection: Starting Badly and Improving Daily01:09 — Niche Down, Scale Up: The Power of Specialization01:50 — Intent Drives Authenticity in Content and Client Relationships02:26 — Thriving in Uncertainty with ConvictionResources MentionedPolicyStreamAffinity LifeStay Connected with The Uncertainty EDGESubscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Join the conversation on LinkedIn.Explore more insights on Sam's website.Free ResourcesThe Uncertainty E.D.G.E. newsletter — Strategies for navigating financial uncertainty.The Good Human Practice newsletter — Insights on leadership and meaningful client relationships.

Please share how this podcast is affecting your mental well-being. Please also know that we have a course called the "14 Days To Mental Health Wellness" Type this is your search bar. pensight.com/x/winoverdepressionHard days don't decide your worth—your next small step does. We unpack what it truly means to “win” with depression and why progress, not perfection, is the most powerful metric you can use. From the first brave act of getting out of bed to setting clean boundaries and letting sunlight shift your chemistry, we map out practical, compassionate ways to keep moving when motivation is thin.We share a new scorecard for victory: hygiene as a win, hydration as a win, opening the curtains as a win, and showing up quietly with friends as a win. You'll hear how to spot a negative thought without granting it authority, name your feelings so they stop running the show, and protect your energy by saying no without apology. We also talk about the deeper layers—faith that can be as small as a mustard seed, releasing shame that never belonged to you, and trusting that a setback is not the whole story.Because biology matters, we address medication without stigma and pair it with therapy, gentle movement, and brain-friendly nutrition. Learn why reducing sugar helps mood stability and how foods like salmon, leafy greens, avocados, and walnuts support mental health. We offer grounded safety steps for suicidal urges—delay action, sleep, call your person, take meds, and remember no storm lasts forever—along with encouragement to build an accountability net before you need it.You'll leave with a toolkit of tiny, repeatable actions that add up: one boundary honored, one glass of water, one honest text, one light-filled morning. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a win today, and leave a review to help others find hope when they need it most.Support the showWin Over Depression Course: '14 Days to Mental Health Wellness" GET THE COURSE NOW: COPY AND PASTE IN YOUR BROWSER pensight.com/x/winoverdepressionhttps://www.winoverdepression.orghttps://www.patreon.com/tameratrotterhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/tameras-podcast

Perfection isn't the point, progress is. We open the mic for an unscripted, science-grounded conversation about what “plant-based” actually means, why success lives on a spectrum, and how small, low-friction changes can flip your health trajectory without blowing up your life. Rather than chasing a 100% label, we focus on the dose-response benefits of eating more minimally processed plants and cutting back on ultra-processed foods and red and processed meat. The takeaway is clear: your long-term average matters more than a perfect week.We break down the umbrella of plant-forward patterns, from Mediterranean and flexitarian to plant-predominant and plant-exclusive, and show how each can deliver measurable gains when the bulk of calories comes from whole plants. You'll hear a powerful success story of diabetes reversal, then a reality check: sustainability beats short-lived extremes. We compare restriction labels to an abundance mindset, explain why planning prevents nutrient gaps, and lay out the “big rocks” that truly move the needle: more fiber, fewer ultra-processed products, less sodium and saturated fat, and smarter protein choices.Expect practical, ready-to-use strategies: the 80–20 rule as a compass for real life, taste-bud and microbiome adaptation timelines, and low-friction swaps that meet you where you are, like upgrading your oatmeal, adding beans to staples, or batch-cooking simple plant proteins. We also talk about the dual role of clinician and coach, why accountability accelerates change, and how to plan for travel, holidays, and stress so curveballs don't derail your goals. If you're ready to trend toward better health one steady step at a time, hit play, subscribe for more grounded guidance, and share your first small swap with us. Your next meal can be the one that moves you forward.Go check out my website for tons of free resources on how to transition towards a healthier diet and lifestyle.You can download my free plant-based recipes eBook and a ton of other free resources by visiting the Digital Downloads tab of my website at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shopDon't forget to check out my blog at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/blog You can also watch my educational videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMpkQRXb7G-StAotV0dmahQCheck out my upcoming live events and free eCourse, where you'll learn more about how to create delicious plant-based recipes: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/Go follow me on social media by visiting my Facebook page and Instagram accountshttps://www.facebook.com/plantbaseddrjuleshttps://www.instagram.com/plantbased_dr_jules/Last but not least, the best way to show your support and to help me spread my message is to subscribe to my podcast and to leave a 5 star review on Apple and Spotify!Thanks so much!Peace, love, plants!Dr. Jules

You won't post online because you were told to stay quiet all your life. You were conditioned to keep your head down, be humble, and mind your manners. And now that conditioning has leaked into every aspect of your life, including posting online.    And, this isn't about confronting your parents or lamenting about the horrors machismo has left on our culture. We can do that later. Today, we're working on ourselves, letting that kind of toxic self-talk go, and learning how we can break free of this calladita conditioning.   In this week's episode, we're talking about posting progress over perfectionism. To be successful on social media, you need trust. Trust from your audience to keep watching, and trust from yourself to keep posting. There is a psychology to building trust online, and after years of building a successful personal brand on social media, I've cracked the code. Listen to find out more about calladita conditioning, how it affects you posting online, and why you still feel like you need to be "qualified" enough to be visible on social media.    Resources Mentioned: Click here to claim your Manifest Your Marca bot!   Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Sign up to join the free training, How I Manifested My First 10K Followers by Building a Personal Brand, on Monday, March 9th  Join the waitlist for the Courage Driven Latina program here! Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here!   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

Your board has an AI strategy. It's probably rubbish. Nathan Bell has spent 25 years delivering transformation programmes inside the world's biggest telcos. Now a Partner at Kearney, he's the person companies call when the proof-of-concept graveyard keeps growing and the CFO starts asking uncomfortable questions. In this episode: why most AI programmes are expensive theatre, how to actually get ROI, and why your change management track record matters more than your technology choices. We also get into agentic AI gone wrong — a recruiting agent that only wanted to hire golfers, a CEO town hall that triggered a queue at HR, and an AI agent that doxxed a developer and got its creator hired by Sam Altman. Make of that what you will. Plus rapid-fire telco takes and a deeply scientific Australia vs Netherlands lifestyle quiz that ended in a draw. Time Stamps: 00:00 — AI Strategy Hype vs Reality: Why Most Exec Talk Is Rubbish 00:37 — Is This AI Wave Different from Dot-Com, Cloud, and 5G? 02:19 — From Boardroom Buzz to Production: The Proof-of-Concept Trap 03:44 — How to Actually Get ROI: Start Small, Make Big Bets, Fund Like a VC 06:47 — Low-Hanging Fruit: Internal Knowledge, Customer Service, and Procurement 09:16 — Metrics That Matter: MVP Milestones Over 2-Year "Goals"  11:21 — Making the VC Model Real: Phased Rollout and Cultural Change 13:26 — Market Whiplash: When AI Adoption Threatens Your Revenue Model 14:51 — AI as a Business Capability, Not a Shopping List of Tools 16:10 — Agentic AI and the Human Factor: Bias, Process Drift, and Set-and-Forget Myths 21:10 — The People Side of Agents: Fear, Trust, and How Leaders Miscommunicate 24:41 — Why AI Transformations Fail: Change Management and HR as the Quarterback 26:44 — When Agents Go Rogue: The Python Library Incident and What It Signals 28:28 — Who's Responsible for AI Agents? Why Human-in-the-Loop Still Matters 29:19 — When AI Monitors AI: The Two-Agent Marketing Campaign Story 31:03 — Legacy, Culture and Operating Model: Why Big Firms Struggle to Adopt AI 33:49 — Ethics, Bias and Copyright: The Legal Minefield of Generative AI 35:40 — Who's Winning with AI and Why: Consumer Goods, Banks and Telcos 38:01 — Regulation Reality Check: EU AI Act, Vendor Audits and the Air Canada Case 39:37 — Where Telcos Should Start with AI: Customer Service, Vendors and Billing 41:41 — Transformation Lessons from Telcos: People, Forgive the Past, Progress Over Perfection 44:39 — AI Hype vs Jobs Reality: Using AI to Augment People, Not Just Cut Headcount 46:51 — What Still Motivates Transformation Leaders + Rapid-Fire Telco Takes  51:49 — Finale: Australia vs Netherlands Quickfire (and a Perfect Tie)

Join Dr. Tara Perry and bestselling author Diana Pagano for a powerful live Q&A session exploring how successful people overcome fear to achieve extraordinary results. Diana shares her journey from humble beginnings to USA Today bestseller, revealing the mindset shifts and practical tools that transformed her relationship with fear from a paralyzing force into a driving motivation for success.Work with Dr. Tara PerryTune in every Wednesday for a new episode of Next Level Healing. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!

This week on Catalyst, Tammy speaks with Graeme Cuthbertson, Director of IT Operations and End-User Systems at Neurocrine Biosciences. They explore Graeme's career across industries, including banking and biotech, and what those experiences have taught him about building empathy into technology. Graeme also highlights the importance of meeting customers where they are, the role of family support in personal and professional growth, and how human connection and thoughtful technology can elevate both employee and customer experiences.Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATALinks: Graeme Cuthbertson Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we are joined by Habits and Identity Coach Monica Packer to explore why the most profound transformation happens in the "messy middle" of our big goals. Monica shares how to dismantle maladaptive perfectionism and replace it with a Do Something mindset that values consistent progress over polished, all-or-nothing results.Tune in to learn:How to break the all-or-nothing pendulum swing of perfectionism that leads to burnout, underachieving, or staying stuck at the starting line.The secrets to bridging the gap between your big vision and your daily reality by focusing on the transformative power of the process rather than just the final outcome.How to identify and navigate tipping points—learning how to stay on the path even when you feel dejected or like you are on a sinking ship.Practical ways to start a Do Something approach by taking one small, messy step today to build momentum toward your vision.By aligning your dreams with your core values, Monica provides a roadmap to rediscover who you are outside of your roles and embrace the beautiful reality of growth.Free Gift: Do Something List TrainingReady to explore who you are? The Do Something List (DSL) is your answer. This free training will help you uncover and discover what makes you "YOU," and all outside goals and resolutions.Monica's Giveaway Contribution: 1-on-1 Habit and Identity Coaching SessionStop spinning your wheels and get tailored support with a 60-minute, 1-on-1 Habit and Identity Coaching Session with Monica Packer. Valued at $197, this deep-dive session is your chance to troubleshoot exactly where your progress has stalled so you can finally trade all-or-nothing thinking for actual momentum.Connect with Monica: Website | Podcast | Instagram---Enter the Book Launch Celebration Giveaway!

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Many lawyers struggle with their personal finances because they can't get over their perfectionism. They never make moves to get their finances in order because they don't know the perfect step to take and end up stuck in the same place. But rather than waiting for the perfect plan, it's much better to make progress toward the direction you want to go, even if it's imperfect. In this episode, let's talk about the importance of making progress with your finances and why taking action breeds clarity and confidence. Head to rhothomas.com/298 for the full episode show notes. Need help with getting out of debt and building your net worth? Schedule a consultation at rhothomas.com/call.

It's been way too long since Jackie Akerberg (@jackfruitfulkitchen) was on the podcast, and this episode is a true catch-up in every sense of the word. Jackie is a plant-based cook, creator, and community builder who brings joy, honesty, and seriously good food into everything she does.In this conversation, we talk about how Jackie went plant-based and never looked back, how her health completely transformed, and how she's grown an incredibly engaged online community by keeping things real—both in the kitchen and in life. We also get into big life changes, moving across the country, navigating relationships with people who don't eat the same way you do, and why perfection is overrated when it comes to healthy livingAnd of course, we talk food. Squash season. Tofu done right. Tempeh that actually tastes amazing. Smart kitchen shortcuts (yes, including the microwave). If you love cooking—or want to love it more—this episode is packed with practical, doable ideas you'll actually use.This one's about eating well, living well, and meeting yourself where you are.Episode WebpageWatch the Episode on YouTubeLearn More About our 2026 Live PLANTSTRONG Events: https://plantstrong.com/pages/events Apply for a Scholarship to our April 2026 Retreat in Black Mountain, NC: https://forms.gle/wt4rPyKMEDht6HKG7 Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyLearn More About Our Corporate Wellness Program: https://liveplantstrong.com/corporate-wellness/ COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrong.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

Episode 84: A parent of a second grader recently asked a question I hear all the time:“Do I need to care that much about spelling if my child is improving—even if there are still lots of errors?”Her child recently started spelling MY correctly (it used to be MI), which is real progress—but the writing sample still includes plenty of misspellings. The child wrote it independently, without adult prompting, and that raised an honest question:
Should we correct spelling every time? Or is there a moment where confidence matters more than accuracy?In this episode, I break down:• What gradual improvement in spelling actually looks like in second grade• Why MY instead of MI is a meaningful developmental leap• The difference between practice writing and performance writing• When spelling accuracy does matter—and when it really doesn't• Why over-correcting can shut kids down as writers• How to “hold kids accountable for what they've learned” without nitpicking• What spelling errors can tell us about phonics, orthography, and growth• Whether it's controversial to care less about spelling sometimesWe'll talk about how spelling develops over time, how it connects to reading, and how parents can support progress without turning every writing moment into a correction session.If you've ever wondered:• “Am I being too chill about spelling?”• “Should I fix this… or let it go?”• “Is my child behind—or just learning?”This episode will give you clarity—and permission to focus on what actually matters.Links Mentioned:Episode 54 "When do I start correcting my child's spelling?"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/play-on-words/id1689430556?i=1000674429262Episode 77 "How to correct your child's spelling without crushing their confidence"https://open.spotify.com/episode/2kOasZMODEnnv68TNsj0kL?si=XtyxlUSCSHmzONrdynaxpQAbout the HostMiss Beth is a reading specialist, early childhood educator, and the founder of Big City Readers. She supports parents in raising confident, capable kids through research-backed literacy and development strategies.Follow Miss Beth: • Instagram: @bigcityreaders • Website: bigcityreaders.com • Podcast: Play on Words from Big City Readers

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January reminded us of something so important: progress always matters more than perfection. In this episode, we're recapping the month—what went well, what felt hard, and the lessons we're carrying forward. February wasn't about doing everything flawlessly; it was about showing up, adjusting when needed, and continuing to move forward even when life felt messy. If January didn't go exactly how you planned, this episode is your reminder that you didn't fail—you learned. Every step counts, and progress is still progress, even when it's imperfect. Join our priority list to be the first to know when Burn Fat and Feast membership opens. https://pages.burnfatandfeast.com/hormone-reset-priority-list/  GRAB ONE OF OUR FREEBIES: Week of Meals (with grocery list and recipes) Ultimate Guide to Intermittent Fasting For Women Fat Burning Guide Metabolism and Hormone Checklist Fast Food Guide Free LIVE workout Alcohol & Macros Guide Protein & Portions Guide Connect with us on your favorite social media platform: Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnfatandfeast Facebook: www.facebook.com/burnfatandfeast TikTok: @burnfatandfeast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/burn-fat-and-feast/ Join our FREE Facebook community to be surrounded by other women on a mission to live their best lives.  Rate, Review and Follow on Apple Podcasts If you love this show, please consider rating and reviewing the show! This helps us support more people just like you, move toward the life they desire and deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars and select "Write a Review". Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode.  If you haven't already, be sure to follow the podcast!

In this episode of The Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about the pressure to be perfect and the freedom that comes when we shift our focus to progress instead. My guest this week is Maria Rincon, a public speaking coach and former communications consultant at the United Nations. Maria shares her story of growing up as an overachiever in an immigrant household where perfection was expected and external validation became the measure of success.In our conversation, we explore how perfectionism and impostor syndrome often go hand in hand, especially for those raised to equate achievement with self-worth. Maria talks about what it felt like to always be chasing the next accomplishment, how her work at the UN helped her reconnect with her values, and the mindset shift that allowed her to stop striving for approval and start living on her own terms.She also shares the mantras she uses to ground herself, including “progress over perfection,” and why this phrase has become a daily reminder to let go of unrealistic expectations. We talk about how she brings this perspective into her work with clients, helping high performers build confidence through play, self-connection and a simple practice she calls an “evidence log.”About My GuestGrowing up in a Colombian-Chinese household in Canada, Maria was a perfectionist since the age of seven. Always striving for success and to please her parents, she went on to get straight A's, win beauty pageants, complete a prestigious Master's program on full scholarship and work for the United Nations, until she hit a personal crisis of finding her purpose. As someone recovering from imposter syndrome, she's now a public speaking coach helping multilingual professionals speak with more confidence (and believe in themselves!).~Connect with Maria:Website: https://publicspeakingwithmaria.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrincon/~Connect with Kim and The Impostor Syndrome Files:Join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge:https://www.kimmeninger.com/challengeLearn more about the Leading Humans discussion group:https://www.kimmeninger.com/leadinghumansgroupJoin the Slack channel to learn from, connect with and support other professionals: https://forms.gle/Ts4Vg4Nx4HDnTVUC6Join the Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadinghumansSchedule time to speak with Kim Meninger directly about your questions/challenges: https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-sessionConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmeninger/Website:https://kimmeninger.com

How do you move forward with AI in schools when staff confidence is all over the place? Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman address one of the most persistent leadership challenges in AI literacy implementation. Within the same faculty, some educators are experimenting confidently with tools and workflows while others feel intimidated, skeptical, or frustrated by rapid change. Jeff and Tricia frame the issue through a mindset-first lens and introduce practical leadership moves grounded in BAKE: balance, adaptability, knowledge sharing, and empathy. The conversation begins with a simple leadership truth: confidence grows through a beginner's stance, repetition, and low-stakes practice, not perfection on day one. Tricia shares a "pumpkin patch" analogy for learning something new and models how leaders can normalize experimentation and productive struggle for staff. From there, the episode explores how leaders can reduce anxiety and build confidence by "level setting" foundational understanding of how AI works. When teachers grasp what is happening under the hood, they are more willing to engage, ask better questions, and try new workflows. A central theme is personalization. Confidence increases when educators connect AI learning to what they already love about teaching, then use AI to enhance that strength rather than asking teachers to adopt tools for their own sake. The hosts also highlight the importance of playful, low-stakes experimentation outside of school contexts, from recipe support to pop-culture research challenges, as a way to learn tool boundaries without the pressure of classroom performance. The episode closes with a clear leadership stance: sustained learning matters. AI capabilities are changing quickly, so professional learning cannot be treated as a one-time training. Adaptability requires ongoing documentation of experiments, time-stamped learning, and renewed emphasis on media literacy as AI becomes more persuasive and more embedded in everyday life. If you are leading AI literacy in a school or district and trying to support both early adopters and hesitant educators, this episode offers a grounded approach to building momentum without fracturing culture. In this episode, you will hear about leading AI literacy when teacher confidence varies widely, progress over perfection and the beginner's stance, differentiated professional learning for AI, foundational understanding of how AI works, low-stakes experimentation that increases staff buy-in, balancing voices of early adopters and skeptics, adaptability as AI tools evolve, and mindset-first change management through the BAKE Framework. Explore the BAKE resources and multiple ways to engage, including a four-week email series, PLC slide decks, a live cohort, and school-wide implementation: https://www.shiftingschools.com/ Our show is edited and produced by Sagheer M. Learn more about his work: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~01a20f0c0c32996d55 Are you signed up for Crayola Creativity Week? https://www.crayola.com/learning/creativity-week Reach out to learn with us: info@shiftingschools.com 00:00 Welcome and Series Context Jeff frames the third and final BAKE episode and names the core leadership question about uneven staff confidence. 01:30 Why Confidence Gaps Are Normal When Learning Something New Using the beginner's stance and the pumpkin patch example to normalize discomfort and learning curves. 03:30 Progress Over Perfection in Teaching and Leadership Why educators often expect mastery too quickly and how modeling learning matters. 05:30 The Leadership Challenge of Mixed AI Confidence High flyers, hesitant staff, and the tension leaders feel managing both groups. 08:00 Level Setting: How Understanding AI Builds Confidence Why explaining how AI works reduces fear and increases willingness to engage. 10:30 Passion-Based Entry Points for AI Learning Connecting AI use to what educators already love doing in their work. 13:00 Playful, Low-Stakes AI Experiments Using non-school examples to explore AI without pressure or risk. 15:30 Pop Culture as a Confidence Builder The Taylor Swift research experiment and why interest drives learning. 18:00 Abundance of Information and Better Questions Why confidence grows when educators move from answers to inquiry. 20:00 Empathy First: Leading With BAKE Starting with empathy before tools, expertise, or expectations. 21:45 Knowledge Sharing Inside and Outside the Classroom Why sharing personal AI use builds collective confidence. 23:15 Adaptability in a Fast-Changing AI Landscape Why AI learning must be ongoing, time-stamped, and revisited. 25:15 Balance: Creating Space for All Voices Supporting both skeptics and early adopters through reciprocal dialogue. 27:15 Key Takeaways and Next Steps Mindset-first leadership, community, and how schools can engage further with BAKE.  

Welcome back to the No Labels, No Limits Podcast!Have you ever ended your day looking at a long to-do list and feeling like a failure because you didn't check every box? In a world of curated success stories and "hustle" culture, it is easy to feel like a "hot mess" for simply being human. Today, we are joined by Jen Anderson, a self-proclaimed "professional imperfectionist" and dot-com veteran on a mission to dismantle the pressure to stay polished and perfect.Jen is the creator of Accomplist, a to-do app designed for real humans, not productivity robots. After years of struggling with traditional productivity systems that triggered guilt with bright red "overdue" notices, Jen built a tool that honors imperfect progress. In this episode, we dive into how to work with your humanity rather than against it. Jen shares her journey from the high-pressure dot-com world to becoming a freelance writer and artist, exploring how she uses mixed media art to manage migraines and quiet her inner critic. Whether you are a high-achiever struggling with self-judgment or an entrepreneur looking to simplify your focus, this conversation will give you permission to "stay imperfect."In this episode, you'll learn:The Accomplist Philosophy: Why traditional apps fail us and how to manage tasks without "overdue" shame.The Power of the "Skipped" Status: Why marking a task as skipped is a brave act of prioritizing your sanity.Breaking Down "Hamster Wheel" Habits: How to distinguish between big-picture goals, daily maintenance, and habits.Art as Therapy: How Jen used collage and mixed media to get comfortable with making mistakes.The Career Advisory Board: Why Jen gathered former clients and colleagues to help her navigate a major business pivot.Self-Grace and Leadership: How letting yourself stumble actually gives the people around you permission to be real.“Stay imperfect.” ~ Jen AndersonConnect with Jen Anderson:Website: https://www.accomplist.app/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamaccomplist/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamAccomplistListener Reminder:If this episode resonated with you, please share it with a friend! Leave a review and let us know one thing you are choosing to "skip" this week to make room for your own humanity.Learn more and connect with Sarah here: Website: https://sarahboxx.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategicvisioncoach/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahboxxllc/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahboxxsherpa/Check out our sister show, the Nonprofit Podcast, where we dive into strategies for nonprofit leaders and change agents driving real community impact. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! https://shows.acast.com/nonprofits-todayKeywords:#perfectionism #productivity #Accomplistapp #JenAnderson ⁨@sarahboxx3620⁩ #professionaldevelopment #nolabelsnolimits #taskmanagement #mentalhealth #resilience #personalgrowth #arttherapy #careerpivot #nolabelsnolimits #podcast #interview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your career spans some of the world's biggest CPG brands, from Unilever to PepsiCo to Newell. Looking back, what pivotal moments or decisions shaped your approach to marketing leadership?Consumers today interact with brands across so many touchpoints—online, in-store, social, and more. How do you approach creating a consistent, meaningful brand experience that resonates across channels while staying true to the brand's core purpose? You've led the launch of major products and platforms. What's your approach to fostering innovation in large organizations, and how do you decide which risks are worth taking?You emphasize collaboration, strategic clarity, and entrepreneurial agility in your leadership. How do you cultivate teams that can execute bold marketing strategies while staying agile in an ever-changing market?As we wrap up, is there anything you'd like to leave today's listeners with—an insight, a piece of advice, or a perspective from your journey that you hope they take away?

In this episode, we define discipline biblically and practically. Christian discipline is not about perfectionism or self-improvement. It is about ordered obedience, self-control, and steady faithfulness over time.We outline the core spiritual disciplines taught in Scripture: prayer and Bible reading, meditation and memorization, corporate, family, and personal worship, fasting, stewardship, evangelism, service, silence, solitude, learning, and journaling. We also address why these practices matter, how they shape Christian maturity, and how they are meant to function in daily life and in the home.We then apply these principles to personal disciplines like physical health. We discuss how to set clear goals, understand your motivation, work within your personality and season, and monitor progress without adopting an all-or-nothing mentality.This episode is a practical framework for Christians who want structure, clarity, and consistency without confusing discipline with legalism or growth with perfection.Listen to our previous podcast series on The Spiritual Disciplines >> https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/growing-in-the-spiritual-disciplines-a-podcast-series/Books Mentioned In This Episode:60 Scriptures You Can PraySpiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald S. WhitneyPraying the Bible by Donald S. WhitneyProducts Mentioned In This Episode:Gray Toad Tallow: Use Coupon Code RFF20 for 20% off your first order.Convivial Circle by Mystie WincklerKeep Up with Reformed Faith and Family in the Following Ways:Never miss an episode, article, or a new FREEBIE by joining our weekly newsletter here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/subscribe/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Build your library with our recommended resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/recommended-resources/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the latest articles: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/blog/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download your FREEBIES in our store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/educational-resources-store/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Gift Shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/gift-shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good Dog Bible Rebinds: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/good-dog-designs-and-rebinds/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WE HAVE A FAVOR TO ASK! If you are excited about our mission at Reformed Faith and Family to guide men and women as they seek to learn more about Reformed theology and equip families as they disciple their children, then please leave our podcast a 5-star review and share it with a friend. We appreciate each one of our faithful listeners, but we also depend on you to help us get the word out. Thank you for your continued support!

What if the real path to agency growth isn't working harder, but thinking more irrationally? And what if your biggest breakthroughs are hiding inside the constraints you've been trying to avoid? In this episode of The Agency Blueprint, I'm joined by Ben Gaddis to explore why agency growth depends less on heroic effort and more on systematic, scalable thinking. Ben is the former CEO of T3, co-founder of SuperStep Capital, and co-author of Embracing Irrationality. He took his agency from a boutique creative shop to a $50M powerhouse before merging with a $350M firm and eventually transacting with Blackstone. Listen in to learn how small one-degree shifts in pricing, productization, positioning, and delivery can alter an agency's trajectory without the instability of a massive overhaul. You will also learn about team dynamics, creative culture, psychological safety, and the importance of creating space for unconventional thinkers inside your agency. Key Questions: [05:22] Are you empowering your most innovative team members, or accidentally pushing them toward starting their own competing firm? [07:29] What are your thoughts on the risk factors and opportunities of letting something go live without fully thinking through every single potential nuance of it? [13:37] Can you define what a premier agency is and why most firms today lack the traits of a premier agency? [25:43] What outcome is your creativity aiming to deliver, and have you defined it well enough for a client to trust it? [32:03] If you treated an innovative project differently from day one, how would that reshape your team's engagement and the quality of the work? What You'll Discover: [01:39] Ben explains why large organizations struggle to innovate and how this applies to agencies of all sizes. [03:42] The “one-degree decisions” concept — how small shifts can accumulate into massive business transformation over time. [06:05] Why rejecting innovative team members causes them to leave and potentially become stronger competitors, and how to prevent this. [08:05] How to clearly define what tiny piece of your delivery model is changing so teams don't feel overwhelmed or threatened. [11:47] How leaders can frame meetings to encourage big ideas by stepping back and allowing others to think freely without constraints. [13:48] The traits of a premier agency: point of view, methodology, and the ability to attract top talent and elite clients. [14:57] Why agencies resist specialization and how fear of losing opportunities often leads to a watered-down, generic market presence. [17:19] How most agencies present the same pitch, and clients can instantly tell when a firm lacks true differentiation. [19:58] How small teams can win massive enterprise clients if they have unmatched expertise in a narrow domain. [22:56] The power of clarity and repeatability – why clients prefer agencies with proven systems rather than teams who “figure it out” as they go. [24:54] Debunking the myth of creativity as personal art and reframing it as a service tool. [28:17] Why bold innovation projects often lead to significantly higher long-term revenue, even when they initially look risky on paper. [32:30] How agencies can define outcomes in ways that command attention, even from the most disengaged person in the pitch room. [35:11] Ben on how a 5% innovation investment became a powerful marketing engine that attracted attention, created standout case studies, and accelerated inbound demand. Connect with...

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci reflect on their holidays and start with a note from the NFL and the Raiders. Joe talks about coaches/managers being let go after 1 season and how it reflects on those decision-makers. Tom asks about the growing staffs on teams and how that affects chemistry and performance. Don Mattingly is headed to the Phillies and Tom explains why he likes the move and Don! Tom looks at players that are available and players you'd take the risk on. What moves are the Blue Jays making to keep their momentum? The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci reflect on their holidays and start with a note from the NFL and the Raiders. Joe talks about coaches/managers being let go after 1 season and how it reflects on those decision-makers. Tom asks about the growing staffs on teams and how that affects chemistry and performance. Don Mattingly is headed to the Phillies and Tom explains why he likes the move and Don! Tom looks at players that are available and players you'd take the risk on. What moves are the Blue Jays making to keep their momentum? The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's officially 2026—and this year, I'm choosing a different kind of New Year.Instead of jumping straight into big goal-setting sessions and perfectly mapped-out plans, I'm leaning into something gentler: progress over perfection.In this episode, I'm sharing a very real reflection on what this New Year has looked like for me—goal planning at the kitchen table with my four-year-old, rearranging our home to fit this season of life, and learning to release the pressure to do everything “the right way.”We're talking about:Why your goals don't have to be all-or-nothing to matterHow to let intentions guide you instead of restrict youFocusing on small, meaningful steps that move you forwardGiving yourself permission to build momentum slowly and sustainablyChoosing progress—even when life feels messy, full, or unfinishedIf you're stepping into this year craving clarity, peace, and a little more grace for yourself, this episode is for you. You don't need more time or a perfect plan—you just need one small step forward.✨ If this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to share it with a friend who could use a little extra grace this New Year—or leave a quick review to help this podcast reach more hearts like yours. Your support means more than you know.Here's to a different kind of New Year. One rooted in intention, growth, and showing up exactly as you are.

Send us a textWe have all been there: You are handed a project, you feel out of your depth, and you are convinced everyone else knows exactly what they are doing. On this week's episode, Scott and Mike tackle Imposter Syndrome head-on, using a disastrous DIY plumbing story involving an angle grinder and a shower handle as the perfect metaphor for professional growth.The duo discusses why being an "expert" doesn't mean knowing everything—it means knowing who to ask and being willing to figure it out. They break down the "7 Red Lines" theory, Scott introduces his concept of the "Working Wheel" regarding willingness to change, and they offer three practical steps to get out of your own head and start trusting your own expertise.Key Takeaways:The "Expert" Trap: Referencing the viral "The Expert" YouTube sketch, the hosts discuss how sales reps are often asked to do the impossible (like drawing transparent red lines). True expertise isn't magic; it's creativity under pressure.Scott's 3 Steps to Beat Imposter Syndrome:Stack Your Wins: Write down your successes. When you see them on paper, it is harder to convince yourself you are a fraud.Progress vs. Perfection: Stop comparing your internal struggles to someone else's external highlights. You are not the worst salesperson ever; you are just learning.Collaborate to Validate: Talk to other pros. You will quickly realize they aren't "superhuman"—they just have different experiences (or a blowtorch and lubricating oil).The Working Wheel: Career longevity comes down to a willingness to try new things. If you stop trying, the wheel stops turning.Curiosity > Intelligence: You don't have to be the smartest person in the room. You just have to be the most curious and the most prepared.Support the showScott SchlofmanMike Williams - Cell 801-635-7773 #sales #podcast #customerfirst #relationships #success #pipeline #funnel #sales success #selling #salescoach

In this episode of the Get Strong podcast, host Jessie Mershon discusses the common struggle with New Year's resolutions and the reasons behind their frequent failure. She emphasizes the importance of identity change, community support, and a positive mindset in achieving personal goals. Jessie encourages listeners to focus on long-term habits and self-compassion rather than quick fixes, highlighting the significance of building strength both physically and mentally.   takeaways Only 8% of people achieve their New Year's resolutions. Setting goals requires intention and daily changes. Identity change is crucial for achieving goals. Community support enhances accountability and motivation. Avoid comparison; focus on personal progress. Commit to long-term habits, not just short-term challenges. Failure is a choice; progress over perfection is key. Mindset is essential in a fitness journey. Self-compassion is vital for growth and change. Focus on strength and well-being, not just weight loss. 00:00 Introduction to New Year's Resolutions and Overwhelm 03:12 The Importance of Identity Change for Goal Achievement 06:02 The Role of Community and Accountability in Success 08:48 Mindset and the Journey of Progress Over Perfection 12:05 Strength Statements and Self-Love 14:50 Finding the Right Fitness Approach for You 18:05 Building Consistency and Long-Term Habits

Most Amazon sellers chase precision when they should be chasing progress.   In this episode, Brian and Robin Joy unpack what it really takes to simplify your systems, trust your numbers, and finally reach the point where the business can pay you.   They break down three powerful frameworks that connect structure, clarity, and growth:   The Three ASIN Types: How to turn chaos into clarity and start treating listings like data, not drama. Profit Clarity: Why chasing perfect numbers kills momentum and how discipline compounds faster than data accuracy. The Profit Profile Framework: What to do when you are profitable on paper but still not getting paid.   As Winston Churchill reminded us, “Perfection is the enemy of progress.”   This episode is your reminder that the fastest path to clarity and cash flow is testing more ASINs, not perfecting the spreadsheet.   Special guest at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com answers the question: "Is it true that IP complaints are really no big deal?"   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/A8HnqMH8WoI   Show note LINKS:    SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word “free” to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit https://silentjim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 82,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentJim.com/thesystem  - (aka as 3P Mercury) - The complete workflow software we created on our team. "The System" automates your Amazon reselling/wholesale business the same way Khang (the creator) automated his $3million reselling business and made it HANDS FREE!