In today’s episode, Sarah tackles a common challenge faced by high achievers: perfectionism. We explore why perfectionism can be a double-edged sword, the stress and anxiety it causes, and how you can overcome it without compromising on quality. She shares actionable insights, including a 7-step approach to embracing the concept of “good enough,” designed to help you reclaim your time, reduce stress, and achieve sustainable success.

[00:00:00] Introduction

Why tackling perfectionism is crucial for female leaders.

[00:02:00] The Downside of Perfectionism

Perfectionism’s connection to imposter syndrome and stress.

How it impacts performance, well-being, and relationships.

[00:05:00] Personal Story: My Struggles with Perfectionism

Balancing motherhood and a senior HR role.

The transformative power of the “good enough” concept.

[00:07:30] Case Study: Breaking the Cycle

A perfectionist architect’s journey to embracing good enough.

[00:08:00] The 7-Step Approach to Good Enough

Identify Two Tasks to Experiment On

Focus on low-impact tasks.

Define Good Enough for Yourself

Consider time and impact trade-offs.

Give Yourself Permission to Experiment

Use affirmations to reframe perfectionist tendencies.

Focus on the Benefits

Reclaim time for personal priorities like family or self-care.

Monitor Your Progress

Reflect on outcomes and celebrate success.

Engage Support

Seek feedback and accountability from peers or managers.

Address Underlying Beliefs

Work with a coach or therapist to reframe limiting beliefs.

[00:17:00] Recap and Final Thoughts

Quick summary of the seven steps.

Encouragement to embrace imperfection and unlock your potential.

Thank you for listening—remember, you’re capable of more than you know. Shine brightly, lead boldly, and unlock your extraordinary potential. Be unstoppable.

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This episode focuses on mastering your mindset to increase your chances of success in job interviews. From mindset tips to practical strategies, Sarah provides the tools you need to ace your next interview and achieve your career aspirations.

Show Notes

[00:00:00] Welcome and Introduction

[00:02:00] The Growing Complexity of Interviews

• Insights into why interviews are becoming more extensive and the commitment required from candidates.

[00:03:00] Overcoming Negative Mindsets

• Learn how to shift your mindset from dread to confidence for interview success.

[00:05:00] Harnessing Positive Experiences

• Reflect on past successful interviews to boost confidence and frame your preparation.

[00:06:00] Reframing Nerves as Excitement

• Transform feelings of anxiety into excitement and embrace the opportunity to connect and showcase your skills.

[00:09:00] Gaining Perspective

• Put interviews into context: they’re an opportunity to assess fit and not the sole determinant of your career.

[00:11:00] Seeing Interviewers as Allies

• View your interviewers as potential colleagues who want you to succeed rather than as adversaries.

[00:13:00] Power of Affirmations

• Discover how affirmations can rewire your brain to foster confidence and positivity.

[00:15:00] Visualization Techniques

• Learn to use evidence-based visualization to rehearse and enhance your interview performance.

[00:17:00] Final Encouragement and Resources

• Sarah shares additional resources and closes with an inspiring reminder of your potential.

Remember, you are capable of more than you know. Shine brightly, lead boldly, and unlock the extraordinary potential within you. Be unstoppable!

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In this episode, Sarah delves into the concept of career change, exploring three different pathways—shift, pivot, or leap. She shares practical strategies, real-life client examples, and personal experiences to help you understand which type of change might be right for you.

Episode Shownotes:

[00:00:00] Intro: Welcome to the podcast, its purpose, and Sarah's mission to help ambitious female leaders thrive while staying true to their values.

[00:02:00] Why Career Change Happens: Common reasons people consider career change, including boredom, misalignment of values, or feeling stuck.

[00:04:00] Overcoming Career Change Fears: Addressing the fears that arise during career change, such as uncertainty, fear of judgment, and loss of identity.

[00:05:00] Degrees of Career Change: Breaking down career change into three pathways: shift, pivot, or leap.

[00:06:00] Shift: Examples of staying within your current career while making meaningful changes, such as a teacher moving into leadership or a marketer transitioning sectors.

[00:08:00] Pivot: Stories of professionals using existing skills to move into new but related roles, such as a marketing manager becoming an employee engagement manager.

[00:09:00] Leap: Transformational career changes, like a communications director retraining as a speech and language therapist.

[00:10:00] Sarah’s Career Journey: Personal examples of shifts, pivots, and leaps in Sarah’s career, from HR to career coaching.

[00:11:00] Emotional vs. Practical Aspects of Change: The importance of mindset, confidence, and motivation in making a successful career transition.

[00:12:00] Final Thoughts: Encouragement to take action, explore free resources, and connect with Sarah for guidance on career changes.

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