The Perfectionism Project

While perfectionists want everything in their lives to be perfectly organised, the irony is that they actually stop themselves from creating this reality - without even realising it! And one of the reasons they do this is because of their secret addiction to feeling behind. Most perfectionists would swear that they don't want to feel behind, so it can be confronting to realise that you might be manufacturing behindness (if that's a word!) in your life. In this episode I'm talking about why we do this, 2 signs that you're secretly addicted to chaos and what to do about it. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why perfectionists can become addicted to feeling behind The sneaky ways perfectionists make themselves feel more behind The real reason you never feel completely organised How feeling behind is secretly serving you Two ways that the addiction to feeling behind manifests for perfectionists How to stop being addicted to feeling behind Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

In this episode I'm interviewing Kristen Cain, a style coach and committed PGSDer, on all things perfectionism and Power Planning. Kristen heard me talking about PGSD on this podcast for an entire year before she signed up. Kristen listened diligently to every episode, worked hard to apply what she learned to her business and started to make progress with her perfectionism handbrake. If anyone was going to change their life with the help of the podcast, it was Kristen. During that year as a podcast listener she rebranded her business, created a new website, started offering mini styling packages and began showing up on instagram more often (though she still ghosted her followers from time to time). But in Kristen's words, she was in a familiar place for perfectionists: "I was doing all the pretty, fun things so that I didn't have to do the scary stuff that would actually help me be successful". Here's what happened once she joined… Within 3 months of being inside PGSD, Kristen was planning properly as a perfectionist: ✔ Kristen had a clear goal that gave her direction, clarity and focus ✔ She created pricing that she felt confident in AND got her styling clients better results ✔ She started signing styling clients with her new packages and pricing ✔ And she made her investment back Within 6 months of being inside PGSD, Kristen was having her most successful year in business (ever). She was consistently uploading videos to her YouTube channel every week, sending her weekly newsletter without fail, confidently promoting her services and was even approached by a random person at the grocery store who'd been loving her IG lives. And 1 year after joining PGSD, Kristen is signing $2,000 styling clients directly from her YouTube videos. This is something she never thought would be possible for her. This kind of growth is possible for you to… To build your business to $100k you need to get out of your own way. And anyone can learn how inside PGSD. If you resonate with what Kristen and I talk about in this episode - and what I talk about on this podcast - and you're ready to get out of your own way then I invite you to join us inside PGSD. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode404. In This Episode You'll Learn: What 'getting in your own way' looked like for Kristen The reason Kristen signed up for PGSD even though she 'couldn't afford it' Where perfectionism work fits in when it comes to building your business Why Kristen felt overwhelmed when she first started Power Planning The difference between listening to this podcast and being in PGSD Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Book a sales call - calendly.com/pgsd/call Kristen's instagram: @kristencainstyle Kristen's website: kristencainstyle.com Kristen getting coached - Episode 280 of The Perfectionism Project Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD is open for enrollment for one week only If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process for getting out of your own way is simple - plan properly as a perfectionist, get into a growth mindset and release your perfectionism handbrake. And it's easy when you know how! My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. Inside you'll get the coaching and productivity tools that address your perfectionism head on so you can create sustainable, long-term productivity - and build your business to $100k and beyond. The doors to PGSD are now officially open for one week only. To find out more about the program and sign up before the doors close at 11:59pm New York Time on 18 June, click here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

In today's episode, I interview PGSDer Jenn Baswick all about her Growth Goal and experience inside PGSD. Our most successful PGSDers are business owners who LOVE being productive and yet find themselves struggling to make the most of their time due to their perfectionism handbrake. And this was definitely the case for Jenn. Jenn is a registered dietitian and before she signed up for PGSD in December 2022, she'd tried everything she could to build her business. She invested in business programs to help her setup her business correctly and market it the right way plus she tried every productivity tool from to-do lists to time blocking to Asana to Notion. And yet her business still wasn't growing in the way she knew it could… Even though Jenn 'knew' what she needed to do, she wasn't able to turn her knowledge into business growth - even though she was always busy working. In today's episode of The Perfectionism Project, you'll hear from Jenn and I discuss… ✔ The hidden reason why to-do lists, time blocking, asana and notion didn't work for Jenn ✔ All the ways releasing her perfectionism handbrake has made Jenn more productive ✔ When Jenn realised that releasing her perfectionism handbrake was a must for her business Jenn also shares how PGSD helped her make double her revenue goal - all while navigating the transition from offering 1:1 services to a group program. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode403. P.S. I know how scary it can feel to set a Growth Goal and go all-in on your business. 2018 was the year I got sick of getting in my own way and decided I needed to either go all-in or quit (and I was never going to quit). So I want you to know that inside PGSD you will be fully supported in setting your Growth Goal and showing up consistently for your business without burning out. PGSD doors are currently open for the FIRST time this year - and close on 18 June at 11:59 New York Time Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Book a sales call - calendly.com/pgsd/call Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Jenn's website: https://theintuitivenutritionist.com Jenn's podcast: Intuitively You https://theintuitivenutritionist.com/podcast/ Jenn's Free Quiz: Why Do You Binge Eat? https://theintuitivenutritionist.com/quiz Jenn's instagram: https://instagram.com/the.intuitive.nutritionist Announcement: PGSD is open for enrollment for one week only If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process for getting out of your own way is simple - plan properly as a perfectionist, get into a growth mindset and release your perfectionism handbrake. And it's easy when you know how! My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. Inside you'll get the coaching and productivity tools that address your perfectionism head on so you can create sustainable, long-term productivity - and build your business to $100k and beyond. The doors to PGSD are now officially open for one week only. To find out more about the program and sign up before the doors close at 11:59pm New York Time on 18 June, click here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

This episode is part 3 in a 3-part series on perfectionism. Perfectionism makes even the smartest entrepreneurs get in their own way. That's why I'm releasing a three part series all about perfectionism - including the surprising truth that every business owner needs to know and the exact steps to follow to take control of your productivity. There are so many misconceptions about perfectionism that I didn't even know I was a perfectionist when I first started my business! I thought that motivation problems, imposter syndrome and fear of judgement were to blame for the fact that I struggled to consistently promote my business and couldn't get myself to consistent $10k months - even though I knew A LOT about how to build a successful business from all of the online learning I'd done. I slowly began piecing together that I was a perfectionist and that's why I kept overthinking, procrastinating and burning myself out. It was also the main reason that I struggled to be consistent with my content creation and held myself back due to fear of judgement. After thousands of hours spent studying productivity systems, learning how the mind works and understanding the secrets of success, I was able to put together the missing pieces I needed. And I was able to grow my business to $100k per year and then $100k months and beyond. I'm sharing everything you need to know about perfectionism and productivity in this 3-part podcast series so you can break free of your business plateau and celebrate your first six figure year - without burning yourself out! And it's all to celebrate the fact that my group coaching program for perfectionist entrepreneurs, called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is officially open for enrollment. But only for this week only! The doors are closing at 11:59 New York Time on 18 June so be sure to tune into this series if you're tired of getting in your own way and ready to take control of your productivity and make the next 12 months your most productive ever. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode402. In This Episode You'll Learn: What you get inside PGSD and how it works Why group coaching is essential for perfectionist entrepreneurs What personal support looks like in PGSD and when to use it for best results How PGSD has helped all kinds of entrepreneurs get out of their own way The details for the bonus 10k challenge that starts on 1 July The investment for PGSD and how to sign up before the doors close Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD is open for enrollment for one week only If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process for getting out of your own way is simple - plan properly as a perfectionist, get into a growth mindset and release your perfectionism handbrake. And it's easy when you know how! My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. Inside you'll get the coaching and productivity tools that address your perfectionism head on so you can create sustainable, long-term productivity - and build your business to $100k and beyond. The doors to PGSD are now officially open for one week only. To find out more about the program and sign up before the doors close at 11:59pm New York Time on 18 June, click here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

This episode is part 2 in a 3-part series on perfectionism. Perfectionism makes even the smartest entrepreneurs get in their own way. That's why I'm releasing a three part series all about perfectionism - including the surprising truth that every business owner needs to know and the exact steps to follow to take control of your productivity. There are so many misconceptions about perfectionism that I didn't even know I was a perfectionist when I first started my business! I thought that motivation problems, imposter syndrome and fear of judgement were to blame for the fact that I struggled to consistently promote my business and couldn't get myself to consistent $10k months - even though I knew A LOT about how to build a successful business from all of the online learning I'd done. I slowly began piecing together that I was a perfectionist and that's why I kept overthinking, procrastinating and burning myself out. It was also the main reason that I struggled to be consistent with my content creation and held myself back due to fear of judgement. After thousands of hours spent studying productivity systems, learning how the mind works and understanding the secrets of success, I was able to put together the missing pieces I needed. And I was able to grow my business to $100k per year and then $100k months and beyond. I'm sharing everything you need to know about perfectionism and productivity in this 3-part podcast series so you can break free of your business plateau and celebrate your first six figure year - without burning yourself out! And it's all to celebrate the fact that my group coaching program for perfectionist entrepreneurs, called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is officially open for enrollment. But only for this week only! The doors are closing at 11:59 New York Time on 18 June so be sure to tune into this series if you're tired of getting in your own way and ready to take control of your productivity and make the next 12 months your most productive ever. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode401. In This Episode You'll Learn: The simple 3-step process for getting out of your own way Why to-do lists and 'SMART' goals don't work for perfectionists The 3 productivity tools that make it easy to release your perfectionism handbrake The secret to long-term, sustainable productivity (goodbye burnout) How to navigate the journey from $30k per year to $100k per year Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD is open for enrollment for one week only If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process for getting out of your own way is simple - plan properly as a perfectionist, get into a growth mindset and release your perfectionism handbrake. And it's easy when you know how! My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. Inside you'll get the coaching and productivity tools that address your perfectionism head on so you can create sustainable, long-term productivity - and build your business to $100k and beyond. The doors to PGSD are now officially open for one week only. To find out more about the program and sign up before the doors close at 11:59pm New York Time on 18 June, click here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

This episode is part 1 in a 3-part series on perfectionism. Perfectionism makes even the smartest entrepreneurs get in their own way. That's why I'm releasing a three part series all about perfectionism - including the surprising truth that every business owner needs to know and the exact steps to follow to take control of your productivity. There are so many misconceptions about perfectionism that I didn't even know I was a perfectionist when I first started my business! I thought that motivation problems, imposter syndrome and fear of judgement were to blame for the fact that I struggled to consistently promote my business and couldn't get myself to consistent $10k months - even though I knew A LOT about how to build a successful business from all of the online learning I'd done. I slowly began piecing together that I was a perfectionist and that's why I kept overthinking, procrastinating and burning myself out. It was also the main reason that I struggled to be consistent with my content creation and held myself back due to fear of judgement. After thousands of hours spent studying productivity systems, learning how the mind works and understanding the secrets of success, I was able to put together the missing pieces I needed. And I was able to grow my business to $100k per year and then $100k months and beyond. I'm sharing everything you need to know about perfectionism and productivity in this 3-part podcast series so you can break free of your business plateau and celebrate your first six figure year - without burning yourself out! And it's all to celebrate the fact that my group coaching program for perfectionist entrepreneurs, called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is officially open for enrollment. But only for this week only! The doors are closing at 11:59 New York Time on 18 June so be sure to tune into this series if you're tired of getting in your own way and ready to take control of your productivity and make the next 12 months your most productive ever. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode400. In This Episode You'll Learn: What perfectionism really is and the 5 signs it's what's making you get in your own way Why perfectionism causes productivity problems, even for the smartest entrepreneurs Why mantras like 'done is better than perfect' won't help you overcome perfectionism How to navigate the journey from $30k per year to $100k per year Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD is open for enrollment for one week only If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process for getting out of your own way is simple - plan properly as a perfectionist, get into a growth mindset and release your perfectionism handbrake. And it's easy when you know how! My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. Inside you'll get the coaching and productivity tools that address your perfectionism head on so you can create sustainable, long-term productivity - and build your business to $100k and beyond. The doors to PGSD are now officially open for one week only. To find out more about the program and sign up before the doors close at 11:59pm New York Time on 18 June, click here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

No matter how dialled-in your marketing strategy is, even if everything else is seemingly perfect in your business, if you neglect addressing perfectionism, you're unknowingly sabotaging your own progress. Addressing your perfectionism is the missing piece that's been holding you back for years… In this podcast episode I chat through your results from The Perfectionism Quiz and put into words things that you might not have been able to articulate before. If you haven't taken The Perfectionism Quiz yet, do it now. Your results from the Perfectionism Quiz provide valuable insights into how perfectionism has been influencing your business journey. They shed light on the ways in which perfectionism may have been holding you back and impacting your productivity. By understanding your results, you'll gain a clearer understanding of how addressing your perfectionism handbrake will positively impact your ability to build your business to its fullest potential. There are countless strategies to boost productivity, but without addressing the underlying perfectionism, your businesses progress and success will remain limited. The Perfectionism Quiz will give you the sense of relief to know exactly what is going on so that you can release your perfectionism handbrake, get into a growth mindset and do the strategic planning in a way that works for your perfectionist mindset so that you can build your business. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode399. In This Episode You'll Learn: The profound impact of overthinking, procrastination, burnout, all-or-nothing thinking and fear of judgement on your journey of building a thriving business to 100k and beyond. How to interpret your results from the Perfectionism Quiz - you'll gain valuable insights into how perfectionism has been silently influencing and shaping your business journey. Uncover the secret to producing high-quality work without getting trapped in endless cycles of overthinking. Unveiling the subtle ways perfectionists engage in procrastination. (Hint: typically perfectionists don't blatantly procrastinate) Understanding the signs and symptoms of burnout specifically experienced by perfectionist entrepreneurs. Gain a deep understanding of how all-or-nothing thinking manifests in your business. The ways fear of judgement holds you back. Featured In The Episode: Find out which of the 5 perfectionism signs are holding you back the most… take The Perfectionism Quiz now - samlaurabrown.com/quiz Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD will open for enrollment on 12 June 2023 (for one week only) If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process is simple - set your Growth Goal, plan properly with Power Planning and then strategically tweak your way to $100k. My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. The doors to PGSD will open on 12 June 2023 for one week only. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open, join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

If you know you are capable of achieving the goals you want and you know you have the intelligence… Then I'm here to tell you it's time to address the hidden obstacle that's sabotaging your success: perfectionism. No matter how much you address other aspects of your business, if you don't tackle your perfectionism, it will continue to hinder your progress, make you get in your own way and prevent you from reaching your goals. In this episode I talk about why solving your perfectionism has a ripple effect on all the other areas of your business (and your life)! I introduce The Perfectionism Quiz, a powerful tool designed to identify the dominant signs of perfectionism hindering your progress. I've put my knowledge from working with hundreds of perfectionist entrepreneurs into The Perfectionism Quiz. In just 3 minutes you'll learn which of the 5 signs of perfectionism is holding you back the most. Whether you're in my Group Coaching Program, PGSD or not this Quiz is available to you for free. One of the most productive things you can do this week is take the quiz because the insights you're going to get from it will give you a look into your perfectionism. You'll receive personalised answers of which of the 5 signs is the most dominant for you and what that means. Do the quiz this week because next week's podcast episode I will be diving into what to do with your results. If you love personality tests, and learning more about yourself you're going to love this! Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode398. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why I created The Perfectionism Quiz and how it will help you right away Why the popular saying "done is better than perfect" has never resonated with me and what I say to myself instead How perfectionism acts as a roadblock to achieving your goals What it looks like to have imposter syndrome as a perfectionist entrepreneur Featured In The Episode: Find out which of the 5 perfectionism signs are holding you back the most… take The Perfectionism Quiz now - samlaurabrown.com/quiz Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD will open for enrollment on 12 June 2023 (for one week only) If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process is simple - set your Growth Goal, plan properly with Power Planning and then strategically tweak your way to $100k. My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. The doors to PGSD will open on 12 June 2023 for one week only. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open, join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

Can you believe we're almost at 400 episodes!? I thought this would be a fantastic opportunity to reflect on the remarkable journey I've embarked on since the podcast's inception back in 2017. So much has unfolded and evolved since then, not only in my business but also in my personal life. Now, I'm a proud parent of three kids under two! Since 2017, I've tackled my perfectionism head-on, allowing me to make great strides in productivity and achieve remarkable growth in my business. In this episode, I delve into the contrast between what my life looked like in 2017 and where I am now, particularly in terms of productivity and the impact of perfectionism. Get ready to discover what's possible when you release the handbrake of perfectionism and embrace a new level of productivity! Addressing underlying perfectionism is key to unlocking your true potential and achieving business growth. Take a moment to reflect on where you currently stand in your perfectionism and business journey as you listen to this episode. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode397. In This Episode You'll Learn: The contrast of what my life looked like in 2017 compared to how it is now, particularly in terms of productivity and perfectionism. Discover how addressing underlying perfectionism is crucial for unlocking productivity and achieving business growth. The key indicators of high productivity that have emerged for me. Challenging societal norms that prioritise constant busyness and hard work as indicators of achievement and success. My personal experience of achieving success while working three days a week and delegating tasks that don't align with my strengths or I don't enjoy doing. The decisions I've made in my business with how it relates to my family and children. Learn what's possible when you release the handbrake of perfectionism. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD will open for enrollment on 12 June 2023 (for one week only) If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process is simple - set your Growth Goal, plan properly with Power Planning and then strategically tweak your way to $100k. My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. The doors to PGSD will open on 12 June 2023 for one week only. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open, join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

There are so many misconceptions about perfectionism that most perfectionists don't even realise they are one. As an entrepreneur, there's a good chance that the only reason you're not being productive and succeeding at the level you want is because your perfectionist mindset is working against you. In this episode, I share what perfectionism really is, what it means for your business and how to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode396. In This Episode You'll Learn: What perfectionism really is and why being a perfectionist isn't a bad thing The 5 surprising ways your perfectionism is affecting your business Why I didn't realise I was a perfectionist until I started my business The reason that most advice doesn't work for perfectionists Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD will open for enrollment on 12 June 2023 (for one week only) If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's tme to take control of your productivity. The process is simple - set your Growth Goal, plan properly with Power Planning and then strategically tweak your way to $100k. My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. The doors to PGSD will open on 12 June 2023 for one week only. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open, join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

Do you ever feel like you're always busy working, but at the end of the week, you're left wondering where all the time went? It's time to take control of your productivity and work smarter, not harder. When you find yourself constantly working but not seeing much progress towards your goals, it's likely that you're not managing your time and productivity effectively. With strategic tweaks and adjustments along the way, you can steadily work towards achieving your goal of making $100k. As a perfectionist entrepreneur, you need a different approach to productivity than everyone else. Perfectionism is a strategy to avoid shame. It makes us (1) overthink, (2) procrastinate, (3) burn out, (4) have an all-or-nothing mindset and (5) fear judgement. In this episode I explore the five signs of perfectionism and how they can impact your productivity. Whether you tend to overthink, procrastinate, burnout, have an all-or-nothing mindset, or fear judgement, this episode will provide you with practical strategies to help you overcome these obstacles and make progress towards your goals. What works for others may not work for you, and you need a productivity approach that takes your unique personality traits and work habits into account. The truth is, nobody has taught you the productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. That's why I'm excited to announce that enrollment for my group coaching program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD), will open on 12 June 2023. By embracing a personalised productivity system that meets your specific needs and preferences, you can take control of your time, work more efficiently, and achieve your business goals without sacrificing your well-being. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode395. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why perfectionist entrepreneurs need a different approach to productivity than everyone else What are the 5 signs of perfectionism and how they affect your productivity How group coaching can help perfectionist entrepreneurs reach their goal of $100,000 Tips for those who tend to be "lurkers" in coaching settings Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Announcement: PGSD will open for enrollment on 12 June 2023 (for one week only) If you feel behind on your $100k goal, it's just because nobody's taught you the different productivity rules that apply to perfectionists. To make $100k you need to work smarter, not harder. And to do that you need to get your perfectionist mindset on your side. If your week is filled with lost time even though you're always busy working, it's time to take control of your productivity. The process is simple - set your Growth Goal, plan properly with Power Planning and then strategically tweak your way to $100k. My group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) is designed to get perfectionist entrepreneurs to $100k. The doors to PGSD will open on 12 June 2023 for one week only. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open, join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

In this episode I'm sharing some of the biggest productivity mistakes I made over the course of my business. Not only do I share mistakes I made in the past, but also some that I just realised I'm currently making in my business. This is the 10th year since I started my business initially as a blog, and I made a lot of productivity mistakes along the way. And looking back, perfectionism was often the cause of these mistakes. I hope chatting about them with you today will help you see where you could be improving your productivity, particularly if you're making the same mistakes that I made. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode394. In This Episode You'll Learn: 12 of the biggest productivity mistakes I made in my business The surprising way I've been misusing my time the most How putting pressure on yourself can hinder your productivity The importance of the skill of seeing when your work is complete Why Power Planning is planning in a way that works for you Featured In The Episode: Episode 336: Getting Your Work Done Early + Easily (Part 1: Content Creation) Episode 337: Getting Your Work Done Early + Easily (Part 2: Pre-Launch Period) Episode 338: Getting Your Work Done Early + Easily (Part 3: Launch Period) Episode 160: How To Be More Productive When Working From Home Episode 381: How I Found The Courage To Create A Bigger Vision For My Business Episode 393: My Growth Goal Quarterly Review For Q1 2023 Kristen's youtube: @KristenCainStyle Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Today's episode is my first Growth Goal update for 2023. I share the Growth Goal I chose to set (and whether we hit our Q1 milestone), as well as how having twins impacted our business growth last quarter. Power Planning helped me figure out what my real needle movers were in the 13 workdays I had in Q1, so that the work I was putting into my business will truly pay off. I also chat about how my role as a leader has shifted this quarter, along with what I'm working on to develop the skills I need to achieve my Growth Goal. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode393. In This Episode You'll Learn: Our Growth Goal for 2023 and whether we achieved our Q1 milestone How having twins (and 3 kids under 2) has impacted the growth of the business How to know whether the work you're putting into your business will pay off What my role in the business looks like now that we have a marketing manager The professional development I'm doing and programs I'm currently in Featured In The Episode: Episode 379: My Growth Goal Quarterly Review For Q4 2022 Episode 381: How I Found The Courage To Create A Bigger Vision For My Business Episode 385: Creating The Feeling Of Completeness Even When Everything Isn't Done Kris Plachy's podcast: Leadership is Feminine Brooke Castillo's podcast: The Life Coach School Podcast Stacey Boehman's podcast: Make Money As A Life Coach Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

"I don't know if I should keep doing what I'm doing OR is now actually the right time to be doing something different?" This is a question we perfectionist business owners often ask ourselves, no matter what stage our business is at. How do we know if we should persist with the business strategy we've chosen or if we should make changes instead? Using superthinking can help you figure out the answer for yourself so you can keep growing your business! If you've listened to other episodes on my podcast, you might have heard me mention superthinking. Essentially superthinking is coming up with a hypothesis to solve a business problem, trusting that hypothesis, then coming up with a way to test and measure it. You then take the results of your superthinking and take action in your business. This is a way for you to lean into your own wisdom as you build your business. It's something we all do at some level, but it's often easier for our brains to think the same thoughts of 'I'm feeling stuck' or 'I'm feeling behind' and coast along. I go into more detail about superthinking, as well as how to use it to figure out your next steps, as I coach PGSDer Kristen (@kristencainstyle on Instagram) in this episode. I also share what was coming up for me in my business at that time and give you a reframe to uplevel your superthinking and how you're showing up for your business. If you can't seem to figure out what to do to grow your business, this episode is for you. Note: Thank you Kristen for giving me permission to share this call on the podcast, I appreciate you! Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode391. In This Episode You'll Learn: Getting into self-trust mode and how it helps you show up for your business What to focus on when assessing how much you believe in your goals How to use superthinking to figure out the next steps to building your business Why it's normal to feel resistance to superthinking Why it's easier to take coaching on board when you're listening to others get coached Featured In The Episode: Kristen's youtube: @KristenCainStyle Kristen's instagram: @kristencainstyle Kristen's website: kristencainstyle.com Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power

Before Power Planning, I often got in my own way in my business. I worked in stops and starts, I waited until the last minute to get the most important things done, I kept burning myself out from all the pressure I put on myself and I had countless planners that I abandoned after three weeks of filling them out perfectly. Then I came to realise (1) I'm a perfectionist and (2) being a perfectionist meant I couldn't follow the same planning advice as everyone else. And that's when everything started clicking into place… I was already good at planning - I just needed to figure out how to plan in a way that got my perfectionist mindset on my side so I could do all the things I needed to do… When I created what I now call Power Planning, 90% of the problems I was having with procrastination, overthinking and burnout just dissolved. Once I learned how to plan in a way that got my perfectionist mindset working FOR me (instead of against me), I woke up each morning feeling clear on exactly what I needed to do and went to bed feeling productive and accomplished. Instead of losing time every day to overthinking and busywork, I was getting shit done consistently and sustainably. I was finally acting like the CEO I'd always wanted to be. And my revenue couldn't help but reflect that… The fact that Power Planning meant I was having a productive week, every week, took my business from $100k per year to $100k MONTHS. All while working less hours than I ever had before. And I know for sure that if I had Power Planning from the beginning of my business it wouldn't have taken me so long (6 years!) to make my first $100,000. I share about this evolution in more detail - and how this led to creating The Power Planning Course - in today's episode. We especially wanted to share this episode because at the time of releasing this, this will be your last chance to join The Power Planning Course before it closes! The Power Planning Course is closing on 16 April at 11:59 New York Time. The Power Planning Course will be closing and will only be available inside of Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) my Group Coaching Program (doors re-open 12 June 2023). By the way… If you join The Power Planning Course now and decide to join PGSD one day in the future, you'll also receive $500 USD off PGSD. So if you've thinking about joining The Power Planning Course, don't miss out on this LAST opportunity to join while you still can! Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode391. In This Episode You'll Learn: Sam's evolution as she grew her business with Power Planning How Power Planning made all the difference in Sam's business How Power Planning helps you get out of inaction and worrying what other people think of you What's included in The Power Planning Course The Power Planning Course will only be available in PGSD after 16 April 2023 Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning (closing on 16 April 2023 at 11:59pm New York Time) Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Long-time podcast listeners will have heard me mention Daisy, my community and operations manager, when I've chatted about my business. In this episode you'll hear from Daisy about how my team and I run things behind the scenes, including the decisions and questions that have come up in the process of growing my business. You'll also hear about Daisy's journey to working with her perfectionism mindset since she joined PGSD in 2019. Daisy went from getting in her own way to following through with her plans with the help of PGSD. By the end of this episode, you'll learn how my team creates processes to scale my business, how we support our clients, and Daisy's #1 tip so you can begin working on your perfectionist mindset. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode390. In This Episode You'll Learn: Daisy's honest experience with letting go of her perfectionism handbrake in PGSD Why the support inside PGSD helps perfectionist entrepreneurs grow How my community manager supports our customers behind the scenes Daisy's #1 tip to begin working with your perfectionist mindset right now How to create processes to scale your business Why leaning into your own wisdom is important in business (even when it goes against popular business advice) Featured In The Episode: Episode 380: 5 Perfectionist Beliefs I Had To Release In Order To Build My Team Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

The question of how to stop overthinking is one that all perfectionists face. So in this episode, I'm sharing the real reasons we overthink and practical tips to help you stop doing it - even with the big decisions. This is some of my best advice on how to stop overthinking, learned from years of my own struggles. By the end of the episode, you'll know about why you seem to overthink everything, and how to stop it and boost your self-confidence. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode389. In This Episode You'll Learn: The real reasons you can't stop overthinking Why perfectionists overthink everything Why creating more will help you to overthink less How to stop overthinking a big decision Practical tips to help you stop overthinking Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

We still get questions about a popular interview I did with Kathrin Zenkina of The Manifestation Babe Podcast in 2020. And since this is also one of my favourite interviews and still so relevant today, we wanted to make sure you got to hear it on this episode of The Perfectionism Project. Kathrin is a world renowned master manifestation and mindset coach. She is a #1-Amazon-Best-Selling author, host of the Top-10 Podcast: The Manifestation Babe Podcast, powerhouse expert in the art of manifestation, and founder of the globally recognized personal development brand - Manifestation Babe® - which has grown into a $17M+ company in just 6 years. I know you're going to appreciate the conversation we had about overcoming procrastination and perfectionism. Tune in to understand what perfectionism and the all-or-nothing mindset is, the true cause of perfectionism and how to finally become a non-procrastinator for good. If you're someone who's been feeling stuck and getting in your own way, this episode is for you. Note: Thank you Kathrin for giving me permission to share this interview on the podcast. We appreciate you! Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode388. In This Episode You'll Learn: What perfectionism is and where it comes from The difference between a fixed and growth mindset Why perfectionists overthink How to change your identity to align with being a non-procrastinator How to break through feeling guilt when resting Featured In The Episode: The Manifestation Babe Podcast: (#131) I'm A Perfectionist and I'm Finally Admitting It Kathrin's Instagram account: @manifestationbabe Kathrin's website: manifestationbabe.com Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Procrasti-working is when we work on our business as a form of procrastination. And if you do it, you're not alone. Perfectionist entrepreneurs don't procrastinate in the same ways as everyone else. Instead of avoiding work, we procrasti-work. This can look like scrambling to get all of your content created each week, moving sales tasks from one to-do list to the next or eating lunch at your desk while procrasti-learning something about marketing. This episode will teach you about the 3 types of procrasti-working. By the end of the episode, you'll know how to spot procrasti-working and my proven process for cutting it in half. Plus you'll learn why procrasti-working is a normal part of building a successful business (I still do it) and why zero procrastination is not the goal. In this episode I dissect procrastination advice from some of the top ranked articles on google and explain why this advice doesn't work for perfectionists. The episode is worth listening to for this alone. All you need to do is hit play… Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode387. In This Episode You'll Learn: The difference between working and procrasti-working The hidden reasons that perfectionists procrasti-work What happens when we cut our procrasti-working in half Why common procrastination advice doesn't work for perfectionists The 3 types of procrasti-working and how to tell whether you're doing them Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Today I'm sharing an important episode to remind you that showing up imperfectly is exactly what would serve others and make an impact in the way you want to. This is a pep talk that gives you permission to share who you really are with your clients, your followers and your team. You don't need to pressure yourself to spend extra time making things perfect in order to serve them. If you ever feel like you're not 'perfect' enough to help or inspire others, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover 5 reasons the world needs imperfect leaders like you - and why you don't have to have everything 'figured out' before you can. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode386. In This Episode You'll Learn: How being perfect actually stops you from helping and inspiring others Why it's so important to lead by example and how to do it Why you should share your message, even when others are sharing it too The power of imperfect leadership and why it works What to do if you feel like you're not 'good enough' to lead others Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

In Episode 378, I talked about when following through with the plans we've made with ourselves can be an act of self-care - particularly when you have anything going on in your life that's making operating at your normal capacity a challenge. Today's episode continues that conversation, and I talk about when you determine that productivity is *not* an act of self-care and how you can create a sense of completeness even when everything isn't done. Tune in to hear what that can look like for you. Sometimes productivity is an act of self-care and sometimes it isn't. And I found the second was the case for me a couple of days before I took time off from my business. At that time, I had work I really wanted to do but hadn't finished and I'd need to work more days than I'd planned to get everything done. I walk you through the experience I had solving this, including the questions I asked myself and the breakthroughs I had. By the end of this episode, you'll learn how you can feel like you can switch off from work (whether that's the end of a workday or right before a longer break) - even when the plans you had set for yourself weren't complete. You'll learn about developing the ability to say when enough is enough, and how to make that decision in an empowering way. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode385. In This Episode You'll Learn: Making the distinction between putting off and deliberately moving a task The questions I worked through to create a feeling of completeness for myself Why creating a feeling of completeness WON'T make you less productive Why we pressure ourselves to finish things and where that inclination comes from How to set boundaries on your work in an empowering way Featured In The Episode: Episode 378: How To Determine When Productivity Is An Act of Self-Care + When It's Not Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Self-image is something we talk about a lot in my Perfectionists Getting Shit Done Group Coaching Program. The reason for that is the story we tell about ourselves impacts our beliefs, feelings, actions and ultimately, the results we create in our business. These all flow from how we see ourselves, whether we're conscious of it or not. This is particularly true for perfectionists. When we try to make changes while skipping the self-image work, perfectionists often won't sustain these changes long-term. Eventually we'll go back to the habits and actions we had before. That's why in this episode, I'm sharing the 10 ways I had to work on my own self-image to become the person who has the business I have today. Changing these 10 different areas made such a difference in my business journey, and listening in could help you uncover the self-image work you need to do to grow your business. If you find you're having lots of breakthroughs in your business and they're challenging to sustain, this episode was made for you. Tune in today. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode384. In This Episode You'll Learn: How self-image is a fundamental part for perfectionists growing their business What self-image is and how to uncover it for yourself 10 ways I had to change my self-image so I could uplevel my business Why feeling delusional can be a normal part of changing your self-image How Power Planning helps you work on your self-image Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Fear of judgement is one of the five signs of perfectionism, and this can show up in different ways. Today, I wanted to chat about the 7 hidden ways I see this coming up for myself and my clients in Perfectionists Getting Shit Done, so you have more awareness about fear of judgement and how this is showing up in your business. People talk about perfectionism being fear of judgement or failure. But it's really a strategy to avoid the painful feeling of shame we think will come if we are judged by others. When our perfectionism handbrake is on, we are masters at judging ourselves and feeling like something must be wrong with us. It's a thought pattern our brains are used to, based on the beliefs we have about ourselves. If you are experiencing fear of judgement in your business, know that there's nothing wrong with you. I share more in this episode, as well as why popular advice on this isn't helpful for perfectionists and practical things you can do instead. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode383. In This Episode You'll Learn: The 7 hidden ways that fear of judgement is showing up in your business Solutions to the ways fear of judgement manifests in your business How fear of judgement held back my business growth Why I get frustrated with popular advice around fear of judgement How perfectionists can cure their fear of judgement in practical ways Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Today I'm sharing an important episode that will make such a difference in your relationship with yourself. During our 30-Day Stop Overthinking Challenge inside Perfectionists Getting Shit Done, one of our PGSDers asked whether she should feel bad for not following through with her plans. What followed was the advice I'm giving to you in this podcast episode! If you ever feel guilty for not following through with your plans or you worry that not beating yourself up will mean you'll keep getting in your own way - this episode is going to help you understand the difference between beating yourself up and holding yourself accountable. I also share some helpful advice on the most empowering way not to let yourself off the hook. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode382. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why beating ourselves up is addictive The real reason that beating yourself up won't motivate you to be better How to hold yourself accountable with compassion Why following through with your plans is an act of self-care What to do when you catch yourself beating yourself up Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

A big vision creates a solid foundation for your business, and impacts your business's long-term growth. It helps you become clear about your business, in ways that are aligned with your values. But one of the ways perfectionism manifests for us in business is in goal setting and dreaming big for your business. This can often feel confronting and unsafe for perfectionists, and in today's episode, I chat about why and how I changed that for myself. If you have trouble setting a clear and specific vision for your business, tune in to hear my journey to becoming someone who is not only committed to my long-term business plans, but willing to share them publicly. This episode will help you open yourself up to a bigger vision for your business. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode381. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why I've struggled with creating a big vision for the business until 2022 How setting a big business goal creates a solid foundation for both your business AND personal growth Why perfectionists hold themselves back from committing to their business plans My journey to creating a big vision for my business (and what that vision is) Featured In The Episode: Episode 125: How I Transitioned From Full-Time Work To Full-Time Entrepreneurship Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

In today's episode, I share 5 perfectionist beliefs I had to release in order to build my team. These beliefs stem from perfectionist thinking around tasks, team members, and other parts of our day to day business. They inform the decisions we make (whether we're aware we believe them or not), and those decisions will then have a big impact on our business and clients. These beliefs will also have us spending a lot of time on busywork and other things that aren't the best use of our time. As perfectionist business owners, they can hold us back in so many ways. If you are in the process of building your team and growing your business, listen in for the 5 beliefs I want you to be looking out for. Becoming aware that we believe them is the first step to changing them for yourself. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode380. In This Episode You'll Learn: The 5 perfectionist beliefs I needed to release in order to build my team How these beliefs can impact your business long-term Why perfectionists can delay delegating in the business Why you don't need to be 100% productive to begin hiring for your business How releasing these beliefs helped me empower my team Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Today's episode is a chatty Growth Goal update for Quarter 4 of 2022. In quarter 4 I was further along in my pregnancy with the twins and working 3 days a week (and occasional 4 day weeks). But this quarter was still an impactful one for my business growth and personal growth. In 2022, we earned the highest amount of revenue and had the highest profitability since my business started! I share the numbers in this episode, as well as why I'm significantly proud of myself for this result (even though I didn't achieve my $1 million Growth Goal). I also give you a high-level view of what I was working on in the business with the help of Power Planning, along with what came up for me through the quarter. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode379. In This Episode You'll Learn: What my goal is for 2022 and how close I got to the goal How much money the business made in 2022, our expenses and our profitability Why I'm proud of myself for this result, even if I didn't get all the way to my goal The mindset shifts I had as a leader hiring my first full-time employee How my Power Planning allowed me to grow the business and prepare to take time off this quarter Featured In The Episode: Episode 339: Planned Profit Loss + How To Feel Safe When Money Isn't Flowing In Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

In this episode, I wanted to chat with you about something I've been going through while being 32 weeks pregnant with twins. I've noticed I'm asking myself this question: when is it an act of self-care for me to be productive and when is it an act of self-care instead to change my plans and take clean rest? When we perfectionists are not operating at our normal capacity, it can be a challenge to discern the answer to this question for ourselves. This is especially when we need to tune in to ourselves, put aside the pressure we can put on ourselves to be and do things a certain way, and give ourselves some grace and compassion. Sometimes that grace and compassion means changing our plans, taking our clean rest and doing the things our brains are telling us to do. Other times, that means following through with the plans we made even if we don't feel like it in the moment. And in this episode, I share how I determine which choice to make. Tune in to hear about the questions that help me figure out whether to follow my plans or not, a trick I use to get myself to do the work I had planned, and the highest act of self-care you can do for yourself in a similar situation. If you have health issues, family commitments or anything else going on in your life that's making operating at your normal capacity a challenge, this episode is for you. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode378. In This Episode You'll Learn: How I'm currently feeling and what I've been struggling with The questions I ask myself to help me figure out whether to follow my plans or not A trick I use to get myself to do the work I had planned The highest act of self-care you can do for yourself in any situation How to avoid all-or-nothing thinking when deciding whether to follow through Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course - samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject My favourite pregnancy yoga video on Youtube - Prenatal Yoga with Lara Dutta My go-to motivational youtube video - Focus, Listen, Lift

I'm so excited to share the details of what I've been working on behind the scenes for you - because it's FINALLY AVAILABLE! Until now the full Power Planning Method has been exclusively taught to PGSDers only but… As of today, you can learn everything you need to know about Power Planning by signing up for The Power Planning Course. Tune into the episode to hear more about why so many people have asked me to create this course and the reason I'm finally doing it. When you're Power Planning, every hour you put into your business is worth double! Imagine if the effort you put into your *40 hour* work week had the same return as an *80 hour* work week, all because your Power Planning got your perfectionist mindset on your side and has given you the clarity and confidence that was needed to stay focused on what matters most. Now imagine that this was your normal week, every week, and you never burned out. Your $10k month would become a $20k+ month and your revenue wouldn't stop growing - all because you started using Power Planning to get out of your own way. The best thing about Power Planning is that it will get your perfectionist mindset on your side and have you doing everything you need to do, consistently and sustainably, for the entire year. With Power Planning, the hard work you put into your business is guaranteed to pay off. I'm 100% certain that if I had Power Planning from the beginning of my business it wouldn't have taken me so long (6 years!) to make my first $100,000! I've made over $1.5 million in my business since I started doing what I now call Power Planning - and I want that for you too… (This is why I've included two special workshops on "Power Planning Your Way To Your First 100k Year" and "Power Planning Your Way To 100k Months & Beyond" when you sign up. And you don't have to wait to get started with Power Planning. The Power Planning Course is designed so that you can sit down with your favourite drink and, in just one afternoon, learn everything you need to learn to start Power Planning right away! In case you didn't know, perfectionists can't follow the same planning advice as everyone else. When we do, we get in our own way! I used to think that the reason I worked in stops and starts and left the most important things until the last minute was because I had a motivation problem. But then I realised that my motivation problem was just a planning problem in disguise! The long to-do lists, paper planners and time blocking (to name just a few) that worked so well for non-perfectionists were actually MAKING me get in my own way. Once I learned how to plan in a way that got my perfectionist mindset working for me (instead of against me), I was able to get everything done consistently and sustainably - even when I wasn't feeling motivated. Thanks to Power Planning, the hard work I was putting into my business finally started paying off. And now this is possible for you too! Power Planning is all you need to make 2023 the year you get out of your own way and do all the things you need to do, consistently and sustainably, week after week after week. Sign up for The Power Planning Course by visiting: samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning. PLUS… If you sign up for The Power Planning course before 11:59pm New York Time on 5 January, you'll also secure the "New Year Bonus Bundle". Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode377. Featured In The Episode: Sign up for The Power Planning Course: samlaurabrown.com/powerplanning Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

With the new year right around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect time to reshare an episode that I published earlier this year all about the Growth Goal. If you want to get out of your own way in your business, setting a Growth Goal is the first step (this is why you'll be guided through the process of setting your Growth Goal in one of the modules of my soon-to-be-released self-study course on Power Planning). In this episode I'm going to be talking about the importance of a Growth Goal and some of the signs it's working to get you out of your own way in your business. If you're a PGSDer, or you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you'll be familiar with a concept that I teach called the Impossible Goal. The Impossible Goal is a goal that is set above what is possible for yourself. And by setting a goal in that way, we're asking ourselves to grow into the person that can achieve that goal - rather than setting a 'realistic' goal that our present day self could achieve. This goal does wonders when it comes to taking your perfectionism work from an intellectual pursuit to a day-to-day practice. And from now on, we're going to be calling it a Growth Goal. In this episode, I share why I'm changing the name and what's normal to expect as you pursue your Growth Goal. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why the Impossible Goal is now called the Growth Goal How to tell if you've set your Growth Goal too high The 5 stages of pursuing your Growth Goal and why each one is part of the process Why it's worth pursuing a Growth Goal even with the ups and downs When The Power Planning Course is launching Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode376. Featured In The Episode: Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

I love that New Year's fresh start feeling as much as the next perfectionist BUT we all know that January motivation doesn't last forever. And part of the reason that happens is because of a few common new year myths that we perfectionists can't help but buy into. If you want 2023 to be the year that you get out of your own way this is the episode for you. Tune into this episode to learn about 3 new myths that will stop you from getting a fresh start and how to avoid making them. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode375. In This Episode You'll Learn: Exactly why perfectionists love the new year so much How to capitalise on the new year without going into all-or-nothing thinking The real reason you can't rely on motivation and what to focus on instead What to focus on in the first month of the year so your ENTIRE year is productive How to create a goal that motivates you for the full year (and isn't one you just forget) Featured In The Episode: Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Overthinking is often how we get in our own way as perfectionists, especially when it comes to business. There's always something we can be overthinking in our business - that we can second-guess ourselves about and do more procrasti-learning on. Overthinking can come up in many ways and lead to us deviating from the needle movers that will grow our business. In today's episode, I talk about why perfectionists overthink and how to pinpoint when thinking turns into overthinking. I share exactly what you need to do to notice the exact moment it happens, including a few questions to ask yourself to gain awareness around it. You don't have to eliminate overthinking completely, but when you lessen overthinking, you'll feel more satisfied and fulfilled when you are working. And you'll get more done in less time without burning out. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode374. In This Episode You'll Learn: The hidden reasons perfectionists overthink The difference between overthinking and superthinking A practical way to notice the exact moment that thinking becomes overthinking Three things to do when you notice yourself overthinking Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd

In today's episode I'm going to be sharing 5 life-changing lessons about perfectionism from Carol Dweck. I've actually been planning to record this episode for a long amount of time, but ironically, I was worried I wouldn't be able to do Carol's teaching enough justice. Carol Dweck has been someone influential in my understanding of perfectionism and my perfectionism handbrake. She's helped me identify what it looks like to get out of the perfectionism mindset. Tune into today's episode to get a better understanding about perfectionism and getting into the growth mindset. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode373. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why Carol Dweck has been so influential on my perfectionism journey What the fixed and growth mindset have to do with perfectionism Why I incorrectly thought that I had a growth mindset The truth about being willing to fail your way to success Perfectionists Getting Shit Done will be opening for a special enrollment for 4 days only THIS WEEK! The doors to PGSD will be opening at 6am New York Time on 8 December 2022 and closing at 11:59pm New York time on 11 December. Perfectionists Getting Shit Done is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. After this enrollment period, we don't know when we'll be opening PGSD again. If you want 2023 to be the year you got out of your own way in your business, join the PGSD Waitlist at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd and be sure to sign up when the doors open at 6am New York time this Thursday. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Learn the basics of Power Planning – samlaurabrown.com/planningseries Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Mindset by Carol Dweck

In this episode I'm sharing a recap of our most recent launch of Perfectionists Getting Shit Done, my group coaching program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. I go into the sign up and revenue numbers as well as the six biggest lessons and takeaways from the launch. I'm also sharing two exciting announcements that are going to help you get out of your own way in your business so stay tuned until the end! Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode372. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Learn the basics of Power Planning – samlaurabrown.com/planningseries Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Episode 316: Behind The Scenes Of A $250k Launch (Part 1: Pre-Launch Period) Episode 317: Behind The Scenes Of A $250k Launch (Part 2: Launch Period) Episode 336: Getting Your Work Done Early + Easily (Part 1: Content Creation) Episode 337: Getting Your Work Done Early + Easily (Part 2: Pre-Launch Period) Episode 338: Getting Your Work Done Early + Easily (Part 3: Launch Period) Episode 355: Launching While Pregnant With Twins (Part 1: Pre-Launch Period) Episode 356: Launching While Pregnant With Twins (Part 2: Launch Period + Evaluation)

Often in business, we have important yet non-urgent tasks - they feel new and unfamiliar to us and they don't have a set deadline. These tasks are easy to put off for later while we focus on other things that are more urgent. I share why perfectionists normally struggle with this - as well as how to get non-urgent tasks done in your business - in this episode. If you want to honour the deadlines you set for yourself (even when no one else is watching), this episode was made for you. Tune in today. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode371. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why it's normal to put off new or scary tasks that don't have a deadline The reason perfectionists work well with external deadlines Focusing on not disappointing clients vs surprising and delighting them Questions to help you become a more successful entrepreneur What to do if you're scared of wasting effort on a non-urgent task Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Learn the basics of Power Planning – samlaurabrown.com/planningseries Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Episode 141: 3 Signs You're Secretly Addicted To Chaos

When it comes to how you approach your business tasks, do you compare yourself to your coach or others who 'know better' than you? Does it feel wrong to do things your way, because it's not how the industry experts you look up to do things? When we compare ourselves to others, it often happens subtly and can influence how we work on our business without us realising it. This can include the projects we work on, the way we talk to clients, and so many aspects of our business. People say we shouldn't compare ourselves to others, but I know as well as anyone how tempting it is to try to fit in with what everyone else is doing in your industry. It's how our brains are wired. So if you find you're comparing yourself to others in business, now what? I recently coached a PGSDer on this and I want to share what I guided her through so you can do things in a way that's easy for you - without making yourself wrong for doing things your way. By the end of this episode, you'll learn what to do if you're comparing yourself to others who 'know better', why doing things the way others do isn't the 'best' way for you, and how to be open-minded and coachable while doing things your way. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode370. In This Episode You'll Learn: What to do if you're comparing yourself to your coach or others who 'know better' How to stop making yourself wrong for doing things your way Being open-minded and coachable while doing things in a way that's easy for you Why doing things the way I do them isn't the 'best' way The difference between divergent and convergent thinking Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Learn the basics of Power Planning – samlaurabrown.com/planningseries Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

In today's episode, I share a chatty Growth Goal update for Quarter 3 of 2022. In quarter 3 I was in my first trimester of pregnancy with the twins and, thanks to a time audit of my Power Planning, noticed I was spending 50% of my time in busy work. But this quarter was still a big one for business growth and personal growth - and I share why in this episode as well as how much money the business made. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode369. In This Episode You'll Learn: What my goal is for 2022 and how I've broken my quarterly milestones down Why it doesn't freak me out that I'm 'off track' for my annual goal Why I wouldn't hire myself for most of the roles in my business and what I'm doing about it How much money the business made this quarter and my biggest expenses How creating a bigger mission and vision for the business has helped me Who I'm learning from at the moment in my business Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Learn the basics of Power Planning – samlaurabrown.com/planningseries Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject Episode 355: Launching While Pregnant With Twins (Part 1) Episode 356: Launching While Pregnant With Twins (Part 2) Alex Hormozi's YouTube Channel Leila Hormozi Youtube Channel Stacey Boehman's 200K Mastermind

Overwhelm tends to be the emotional home for perfectionists. It stems from thoughts like: I don't know what to do I don't know where to start I don't have enough time I don't know if this will work I don't trust myself to follow my plans And Power Planning solves for all of these - which makes overwhelming thoughts harder to have and easier to let go of naturally… Our PGSDers don't get overwhelmed - even at the busiest times. It's not to say it's never an emotion they experience but, after three months of Power Planning, it's one that no longer causes any problems. I share how Power Planning naturally dissolves overwhelm in today's episode, just in time for the final 2022 enrollment week for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. If you struggle with overwhelm (especially when life gets busy), tune in today. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode368. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why overwhelm tends to be the emotional home for perfectionists The exact thoughts that cause overwhelm How Power Planning makes it harder to have overwhelming thoughts Why overwhelm isn't a problem for our PGSDers How to avoid overwhelm even when life gets busy How PGSD helps you get out of your own way in your business Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD ends at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November. Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment is now open and will close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To sign up visit: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

PGSD will have you doing the most important tasks for your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. This is inevitable when you follow the PGSD Process: to plan properly, follow through 80% of the time, rest without guilt and repeat. And there are 3 types of accountability inside PGSD that will turn your new-found productivity into something that's sustainable long-term: Self-accountability Peer accountability Expert accountability A lot of perfectionists are worried that if they become more productive and more successful then it won't be sustainable. The 3 types of accountability you get inside PGSD make it easy to become someone who's getting shit done AND to do it sustainably, long-term. You're smart but there's only so much that information can help you with… Accountability, coaching and support is what turns knowing into DOING. I talk more about the 3 kinds of accountability inside PGSD and how they'll help you get out of your own way long-term in today's episode. By the end of this episode, you'll understand why you aren't able to keep yourself accountable (yet) and how PGSD helps you change that for good with the 3 types of accountability you get inside my program. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episodeXXX. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why perfectionists need accountability to make lasting change Why you aren't able to keep yourself accountable (yet) The 3 types of accountability that you get inside PGSD How PGSD helps you get out of your own way in your business Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD ends at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November. Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment is now open and will close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To sign up visit: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

We're in the final 2022 enrollment week for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done! Because of that, I wanted to talk about what reliably happens when our PGSDers sign up and make the Three Month Commitment to Power Planning. I share the specific results our PGSDers saw within the first few weeks, and how they complete their business tasks in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way after three months. When you sign up for PGSD, making the Three Month Commitment to Power Planning matters. I talk in more detail about the results our PGSDers reliably experience and how PGSD helps you get out of your own way in your business in today's episode. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episodeXXX. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why making the Three Month Commitment to Power Planning matters The results our PGSDers reliably experience when they've been inside PGSD for 3 weeks Where you and your business will be after three months inside PGSD How PGSD helps you get out of your own way in your business Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD ends at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November. Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment is now open and will close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To sign up visit: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Perfectionists love the feeling of momentum… We love the feeling that the work we're doing is adding up to something and making a difference. We love knowing that the time we're spending isn't going to waste. What creates momentum is being able to take all of our business ideas, single out the most important one, trust that we're focusing on the 'right' thing and take action on that task or project until it's complete. What creates momentum is letting small bad things happen in your business (ilke an instagram bio that could use an update) so that we can stay focused on what truly matters and get that thing going. This is something our PGSDers become experts in. Thanks to Power Planning, they're able to finish the day - and the week - knowing that everything is done. And this is true even when they've had friends or family disrupt their plans, they haven't been super motivated and they've got a lot of different projects they're moving forward at the same time. So how do PGSDers get everything done without burning out? They no longer overestimate what their 'everything' is or underestimate how long everything will take. Instead, they focus on the needle movers and give themselves a realistic amount of time to complete each task (and add buffer time to their calendar so that underestimating a task is never a problem if it does happen). If you struggle to get everything done, this episode will help you understand how our PGSDers do it, and how you can do this too. Listen today. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode365. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why you struggle to get everything done The specific things our PGSDers do that make it easy to get everything done Why getting everything done is NOT a recipe for burnout How PGSD helps you get out of your own way in your business Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD ends at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November. Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment is now open and will close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To sign up visit: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

Our final 2022 enrollment week for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done has just begun! So in this episode I'm sharing all the details about Perfectionists Getting Shit Done to help you know whether or not it's a good fit for you… PGSD is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have you doing the most important tasks for your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides 3 types of accountability so that your new-found productivity is easy to sustain long-term - no falling off or burning out, even if you're a lurker and prefer to learn from the shadows. PGSD is for you if: You know what you need to do to build your business but you're not doing it You're making some money in your business but not the money you want You're ready to make the Three Month Commitment to Power Planning You're tired of getting in your own way and ready to do something about it If you're ready to start planning properly as a perfectionist and getting everything done without burning out then I invite you to sign up for PGSD today. And if you still need to know more about PGSD then I invite you to listen to today's episode. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode364. In This Episode You'll Learn: What Perfectionists Getting Shit Done is Who PGSD helps and who it doesn't Why PGSD is so effective in helping perfectionist entrepreneurs get out of their own way The 3 kinds of accountability that you get inside PGSD Where you and your business will be after three months inside PGSD What you get inside PGSD and the financial investment How to sign up Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD ends at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November. Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment is now open and will close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To sign up visit: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Sign up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

When we're following planning advice that doesn't work for perfectionists, we struggle to know which tasks to prioritise. We have SO MANY ideas and we want to do them all, perfectly, right away. But we don't trust ourselves to pick the right tasks to focus on or to do them consistently. We also don't trust ourselves to handle the success, money and the attention that would follow… Because of this, we prioritise the familiar and easy tasks on our to-do list and lament the fact we don't have more time to get to the important marketing tasks we know we need to do. But once you know how to identify your needle movers, busywork and procrasti-learning are naturally replaced with self-trust and ACTION. That's why the fifth and final episode in my 5-part planning series is on how to identify your needle movers when everything feels important. By the end of this episode, you'll know which questions to ask yourself so identifying your needle movers is easy. You'll also have a new way of thinking about needle movers so that you don't feel so much pressure to pick the 'perfect' task or pressure to work on. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode363. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why perfectionists find it so challenging to decide on their needle movers 4 questions to ask yourself to help you identify your needle movers A new way to think about needle movers so you feel less pressure to pick them perfectly How to tell when it's time to start getting more strategic with your needle movers What my needle movers have looked like at different points in my business Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD begins at 6am New York Time on 26 October 2022: Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment will open at 6am New York Time on 26 October and close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open you can join the waitlist here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

As a perfectionist entrepreneur who wants to make a meaningful contribution to the world, the kindest thing you could possibly do for yourself is to honour your potential, rather than protect it. We perfectionists get in our own way because we're scared to find out that our best isn't 'good enough'. We procrasti-work, overwhelm ourselves and burn ourselves out because we're terrified that giving a full, balls-to-the-wall effort might come up short - and that we will end up finding out we're unintelligent and unlovable. But when you're planning properly as a perfectionist, you'll naturally be using your calendar as a tool for kindness. Being kind to yourself as you plan is about doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. Proper planning makes execution 10x easier and more effective - and dissolves resistance, overwhelm and procrastination. And if that isn't a recipe for reaching your potential, I don't know what is. In part four of my planning series, I share practical tips and advice to help you be as kind as possible to yourself with your calendar (because true kindness will make you MORE productive and successful, not less). If you often feel the urge to rebel against your calendar and plans, this episode is for you. Listen in today. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episodeXXX. In This Episode You'll Learn: The difference between kindness and letting yourself do whatever you want Why being kind to yourself makes you more productive and successful, not less Practical ways to be kind to yourself with your calendar during your work hours Why being kind to yourself will automatically happen when you're Power Planning Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD begins at 6am New York Time on 26 October 2022: Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment will open at 6am New York Time on 26 October and close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open you can join the waitlist here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

The only reason you're not doing the things you know you need to do is because you haven't been planning properly as a perfectionist. The resistance, the procrastination, the overwhelm, the burnout, the struggle to focus - 90% of that automatically dissolves when you're planning in a way that gets your perfectionist mindset on your side. You don't need more time for your business, you just need to learn how to plan properly as a perfectionist. And anyone can learn. In fact, learning Power Planning is just like learning to drive - it might be new at first but once you learn it, you put that skill on autopilot and get the benefits for a lifetime. I walk you through the 3 steps of Power Planning - including why each step works for perfectionists - in the third part of my planning series. Listening in will help you follow through with your plans (even when navigating big life transitions), make execution 10x easier and more effective, and make you more productive without putting your personal life on hold. If you NEVER follow through with your plans and you're tired of getting in your own way in your business, this is for you. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode361. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why planning properly makes execution 10x easier and more effective The best time to learn Power Planning The 3 steps of Power Planning and why they work How to be more productive without putting your personal life on hold Why you need a Growth Goal and what this means Why Power Planning is so important when navigating big life transitions Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD begins at 6am New York Time on 26 October 2022: Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment will open at 6am New York Time on 26 October and close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open you can join the waitlist here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

There's so much more to productivity than being consistent. Consistency is just the beginning… There are 5 ways that your productivity will automatically skyrocket when you're planning properly as a perfectionist… You'll be doing the most important tasks AND you'll be doing them in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And you'll be able to do that month after month after month - without burning out or having to sacrifice time with your friends and family. This is what happens naturally when you're Power Planning. I share why - as well as how to become more productive without needing to be more disciplined, focused or motivated - in the second part of my planning series. If you know your business would be more successful if you could just show up consistently and do the things you said you would do, this episode was made for you. Tune in today. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode360. In This Episode You'll Learn: The real reason perfectionists struggle to stay consistent Why consistency is just the beginning of productivity The 5 ways your productivity will skyrocket when you're planning properly Exactly what to focus on once you've developed your consistency muscle Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD begins at 6am New York Time on 26 October 2022: Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment will open at 6am New York Time on 26 October and close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open you can join the waitlist here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

My 5-part planning series will show you why your follow through problem is just a planning problem. And you'll know how to plan properly as a perfectionist and get out of your own way. Soon you'll be doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. You'll uncover why your business isn't growing fast enough, and you'll understand the 5 ways your productivity will soar when you plan properly. You'll know the 3 steps to Power Planning and how to follow through without having to become more motivated or disciplined. You'll discover how to use your calendar so you can get everything done without burning out. And you'll learn how to identify your needle movers when everything feels important. Perfectionists get in their own way when we follow the same planning advice as everyone else. But it doesn't have to be that way… It's time to start planning properly as a perfectionist. And anyone can learn how. In this episode, I'll help you see the real reason the time and energy you've been investing into your business hasn't paid off (yet). By the end of the episode, you'll understand why it's not your fault that your business hasn't been growing quickly and the ONE thing you need to do differently. You're sooo close to being able to make the money you want to make and have the impact you want to have with your business - there's only ONE thing you need to change. Tune in today to discover what it is. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode359. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why perfectionists can't follow the same planning advice as everyone else How to tell whether your perfectionism handbrake is on and why it's not your fault Why your business isn't currently reflecting the potential you know you have Why getting into a growth mindset is so important for perfectionists The practical steps to get into a growth mindset Why planning properly is the biggest lever you can pull for business growth Our final 2022 enrollment week for PGSD begins at 6am New York Time on 26 October 2022: Perfectionists Getting Shit one is my program for perfectionist entrepreneurs. It will have planning properly as a perfectionist and doing the most important tasks in your business in a consistent, sustainable, productive and courageous way. And it provides the accountability to make your new-found productivity levels sustainable long-term, even if you prefer to lurk and learn from the shadows. This will be our final enrollment week for PGSD in 2022. Enrollment will open at 6am New York Time on 26 October and close at 11:59pm New York Time on 1 November 2022. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open you can join the waitlist here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

In this episode I'm talking to one of our PGSDers, Christy, about her journey to becoming a full-time entrepreneur with the help of PGSD. Christy Romano is a Certified Health Coach on a mission to help perfectionists nourish their bodies, break free from anxiety, and love the skin they're in. Through her healing journey she learned effective strategies to rewire her anxious mind, overcome perfectionism and take care of her body holistically. She's now guiding her clients as they build a healthy, balanced lifestyle to thrive inside and out. Christy joined PGSD in 2020 and went full-time with her business in 2021. I'm excited for you to hear the ups and downs of Christy's business journey, especially if you're also navigating the journey of going from full-time work to being full-time in your business. This important episode is going to normalise what often happens when you make this transition, including the decisions to be made, the questions to answer and the feelings that come up. This will show you how the experience can look like so that when you go through it with your own business, you never mistakenly think you're off track. Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode358. In This Episode You'll Learn: Christy's honest experience moving from full-time work to full-time entrepreneur The decisions and questions that came up for Christy through this transition How navigating the transition to a full-time business often is not linear How to handle the fears and doubts that come up during this transition How Power Planning helped Christy in her journey to being full-time in your business What to do if you're technically full-time but not really (because you aren't making enough money yet) PGSD is opening to new students on 26 October 2022: The PGSD Process will have you getting out of your own way in your business and planning properly as a perfectionist. The doors to Perfectionists Getting Shit Done will be opening at 6am New York time on 26 October and closing at 11:59pm New York time on 1 November 2022. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open, join the waitlist here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Christy's website: https://www.nutritionrefresh.com/ Christy's Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/nutritionrefresh/ Christy's Facebook account: https://www.facebook.com/nutritionrefresh Christy's Pinterest account: https://www.pinterest.com/nutritionrefresh/ Episode 125: How I Transitioned From Full-Time Work To Full-Time Entrepreneurship Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Learn the basics of Power Planning – samlaurabrown.com/planningseries Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

In this episode I'm talking to one of our PGSDers, Rachel, all about using Power Planning to get into creative flow. Rachel is an artist that enjoys capturing people and characters in her illustrations and loves to share her creative journey with others. She joined PGSD because she had spent years dreaming of pursuing art full time but was too afraid to put her work in front of potential customers and start selling. With the help of PGSD and Power Planning, Rachel finally opened her online art store and made her first sales - all while working fewer hours than she had before. I'm excited for you to hear how Rachel used Power Planning to grow her business and become the artist she wanted to be (without feeling stressed). Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode357. In This Episode You'll Learn: How to never feel pressured or stressed when Power Planning Rachel's honest experience when she first started Power Planning The practical things that Rachel does with her Power Planning to keep it flexible What Rachel does when she feels inspired to create during her clean rest How to stop resenting the time your full-time job is taking from your business How to accurately estimate how long a creative task will take you When Rachel checks in on her calendar and why it's never stressful if she's behind PGSD is opening to new students on 26 October 2022: The PGSD Process will have you getting out of your own way in your business and planning properly as a perfectionist. The doors to Perfectionists Getting Shit Done will be opening at 6am New York time on 26 October and closing at 11:59pm New York time on 1 November 2022. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open, join the waitlist here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Rachel's instagram account: instagram.com/showherwork Rachel's website: showherwork.com Episode 342: How To Plan Properly As A Perfectionist with Power Planning Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Learn the basics of Power Planning – samlaurabrown.com/planningseries Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

In this episode I'm sharing a behind the scenes look at the most recent PGSD launch. This is the second part in a two part series that will help normalise the ups and downs of launching (regardless of what kind of business you have). It will show you how you can get out of your own way when you're selling - even when the unexpected comes up. Tune in to listen to a 'real time' update from the launch period and my honest evaluation afterwards. In these updates I talk through the numbers, mindset work, strategy and more! Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode356 In This Episode You'll Learn: What my self-coaching looks like during launch week The mindset shifts that kept me committed to my goal The statistics we were tracking and why Why mindset is more important than strategy What our final numbers were (sign ups, revenue, podcast ep downloads etc) PGSD is opening to new students on 26 October 2022: The PGSD Process will have you getting out of your own way in your business and planning properly as a perfectionist. The doors to Perfectionists Getting Shit Done will be opening at 6am New York time on 26 October and closing at 11:59pm New York time on 1 November 2022. To find out more about the program and be the first to know when the doors open, join the waitlist here: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Learn the basics of Power Planning – samlaurabrown.com/planningseries Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject