Imperfect Success

It’s getting real on the podcast today.    Join host Nicole Holleman as she gives an inside look at the rapid, overwhelming, overnight success of her side project turned full-time gig.   She explains the origin story of the new podcast, her theories on why it took off, and the impacts on her routine, workload, mental health and Imperfect Success Podcast.    It's a vulnerable look at the sacrifices, uncertainties, and adjustments needed to manage exponential growth.   5 Key Takeaways: Nicole traces the creation of her podcast, Fantasy Fangirls, which has grown to a 100+k person community in 80 days. She discusses factors she believes fueled the viral success, from leveraging existing skills to luck with algorithms. Nicole explains how her highly structured 30-hour workweeks vanished, replaced by 12-14 hour days riding the rollercoaster of rapid scale. She describes the uncertainty ahead and difficulty letting go of Imperfect Success' consistent release schedule to focus where needed (at least for the holiday season). Nicole shares how she's adjusting amidst overwhelm - protecting personal time, saying no more, addressing wavering mental health. Episodes to Listen to this Holiday Season   Holiday Themed Episodes:  172: 4 Ways to Make Resting Easier During the Holidays New Years:  182: 11 Powerful Questions to ask yourself 174: 5 Powerful Questions that will set you up for the new year Mindset/Habits: 202: Fear of Failure vs. Fear of Success  198: The 8 Biggest lies High Achievers tell themselves 170: 5 Reasons Your Affirmations are NOT working  165: How to Rest without Guilt Resources/Strategies:  200: Habit Hacks: Mastering the fundamentals of Habits 193: 3 Ways to Quickly Cure your procrastination for good 168: My Favorite Personal Growth Books    MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram

In today's episode, Nicole interviews Amy Traugh, a former healthcare worker turned mompreneur and self-proclaimed "chaos coordinator".    Amy shares her unexpected pivot from physical therapy to entrepreneurship, which was sparked by the challenges of suddenly homeschooling her young children during the pandemic.    She reveals the messy action and mindset shifts that helped her embrace imperfection and grow a business while managing a household and homeschooling.    Amy provides tactical tips for moms looking to balance family and entrepreneurship through intentional time management.    5 Key Takeaways: Being forced to leave your job and suddenly homeschool kids is scary, but you can get through it by just taking "the next best step forward". Look at how you're spending time each day and seek small pockets where you can work smarter, like outsourcing chores. Manage your family like a business - create a family mission statement, assign roles and responsibilities. Asking for help doesn't mean failure - you can't do it all alone. Outsource what you can. Celebrate small wins - you don't have to be perfect, just consistent and disciplined in moving towards your "why". Follow Amy:  IG @amytraugh  Podcast - Motivated mompreneur    Amy’s Gift: Free Guide: Market Your Business... Without Spending a Dime https://www.subscribepage.com/marketingyourbusinessguide   MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Black Friday is HERE!!!!    Click on the link below to see the whole list of Black Friday offerings ranging from $7 mini course - $397 private coaching intensives!    https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2023       It's the most wonderful time of the year, but also one of the most stressful for perfectionists! In fact, we get, on average, a 40% increase of anxiety during the holidays and we’re diving into what are some ways you can ease that perfectionism during the holiday season.    In this episode, we discuss tactics for managing perfectionism and reducing anxiety during the holiday season. From dealing with family dynamics to avoiding burnout from parties and hosting, Nicole provides sanity-saving tips to stay present and joyful. Instead of getting overwhelmed by expectations and guilt, learn how letting go of control can lead to a holiday season that feels magical, not manic.   5 Key Takeaways: Release unrealistic expectations of a "perfect" holiday season. Accept that things will go wrong and don't try to control every moment. Reframe guilt over saying no into gratitude for choosing yourself and growing. Set those new meanings beforehand. Delegate hosting duties and resist people-pleasing. You can't be everywhere at once. If you fall back into old family dynamics, consciously rewrite those patterns by catching negative thoughts. The key is presence. Stay focused on each moment instead of past problems or future to-dos.   Tune in to hear more techniques for minimizing holiday stress and spending the season present and joyful, not anxious and overwhelmed. It's possible for even the most tightly-wound perfectionist to enjoy the holidays!     MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

In this episode, Nicole interviews YouTube expert Gillian Perkins!    You'll learn insider tips and growth hacking strategies to build your audience fast and turn your channel into a business. With over 700K subscribers herself, Gillian reveals the secrets to optimizing your content for the YouTube algorithm while avoiding mistakes beginners make.   5 Key YouTube Growth Takeaways: Create high-quality videos consistently to rapidly improve production skills. Forget perfection - consistent practice is key. Leverage launching a new channel to get your first 100 subscribers quickly. This gives the algorithm initial viewership data to recommend your videos. Optimize content for your audience's needs and desires, not just to please the algorithm. Build trust and rapport with viewers. Have at least 50 video topic ideas prepared before launching a channel to choose the best and know you have enough planned content. Prioritize YouTube ad revenue as your main monetization focus over distracting tools like Super Chats. Focus on high-impact income strategies.   Tune in to hear Gillian's best tips for launching a profitable YouTube channel quickly, avoiding common beginner mistakes, and growth hacking your way to YouTube success fast.   More From Gillian:  Website  Youtube  Work Less Earn More Podcast  MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Welcome to Imperfect Success, the podcast for success-driven perfectionists. Today we are diving into the 3-step process for breaking down big goals.    Do you tend to bite off more goals than you can chew?  Do you feel overwhelmed when trying to make progress on multiple big goals at once?   In this practical episode, Nicole shares her proven step-by-step goal setting method to help you break down big goals into manageable micro-steps.    Learn how to create an inspiring “Everest” vision, break it down into milestone goals, and ultimately take tiny imperfect actions that will lead you to success.   5 Key Takeaways: Start by defining your long-term “Everest” goal - the big vision you're working towards in 3-12 months. Make it specific! Break your Everest goal down into short, 1-2 week “milestone” goals. Keep them small and focused. For each milestone, define 3 “one-sitting” tasks you can complete in 60-90 minutes. Tiny imperfect steps forward! Stuck on your milestone tasks? Reach out to people 3-5 steps ahead and ask for their insights. Focus on 1-2 key goals at a time. Don't spread yourself too thin trying to achieve everything at once.   By setting well-defined micro-goals and taking tiny imperfect actions, you can make consistent progress on even the biggest goals without getting overwhelmed. Tune in to gain an actionable game plan for tackling your most ambitious goals! MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Welcome to the Imperfect Success Podcast! Today we are sitting down with multimedia coach and creative advisor Barbara Abel about one of the darkest sides of perfectionism - how the quest for the should-be often leads to frustration, burnout, and a lack of joy and fulfillment.    We all have an inner critic that likes to "should" on us. The voice that says we should be working harder, achieving more, and living up to unrealistic standards of perfection.  Barbara shares her wisdom and experience in breaking free from the trap of unrealistic expectations plus how to stand out amongst the crowd!!   5 Key Takeaways: The "shoulds" we impose on ourselves are often a manifestation of perfectionism and lead to guilt, shame, and a feeling that we're never quite good enough. Catch yourself when you fall into "should" thinking and reframe statements from "I should..." to "I want..." or "I choose..." Perfectionism can masquerade as hard work and commitment but takes you away from being present, enjoying the process, and expressing your unique self. High achievers still need grace, balance, and the freedom to be imperfect humans. Systems that demand 100% all the time drive you towards burnout. There's no need to reinvent the wheel - you can make an impact using your existing talents creatively vs. adhering to a rigid standard of what success "should" look like.   Tune in to hear Barbara's incredible story, how she learned to break free from the tyranny of "should," and actionable strategies you can use to escape the trap of perfectionism.    More From Barbara:  Podcast - Ready and Camera Abel Website  MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

On this week's episode of the podcast, Coach for Perfectionists, Nicole Holleman, spoke with Casey Davidson, a recovering perfectionish, sober coach and host of the Hello Someday podcast.   On this episode Casey not only got incredibly vulnerable about her own journey to sobriety and why so many high achievers turn to alcohol to cope, but also droped some MAJORLY helpful resources for fellow sober curious women.    Episode Highlights:   Casey explains why alcohol abuse is so prevalent among perfectionists, people pleasers and high achievers. She digs into the shame, societal expectations, and desire to numb out that drives many accomplished women to drink. We have an honest conversation about the problematic glorification of wine/mommy culture on social media, and why self-care shouldn't mean self-medication. Casey talks about her own rock bottom moment and what finally motivated her to get sober for good. She shares the raw, imperfect realities about early sobriety. We discuss actionable tips and resources for anyone looking to change their relationship with alcohol, including therapy, recovery books, meditation and more. Casey also provides info on her free 30-day sober challenge.   This powerful interview is a must-listen for any high achiever struggling to gain control over drinking. Casey's story will inspire you to show up authentically, get the help you need, and live a life fueled by self-care rather than stress.   More From Casey:  Free 30-Day Sober Guide: Get The Free 30-Day Sober Guide To Quitting Drinking https://hellosomedaycoaching.com/30-day-sober-guide/ Hello Someday Podcast for Sober Curious Women Reading List for The Sober Curious NYT Article Casey’s Website Follow Casey on Instagram @Caseymdavidson  MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

On Imperfect Success, host Nicole sits down with coach, entrepreneur and mom to be J.Go.    J.Go shares her incredible wisdom on cultivating unconditional self-love and releasing the need for external validation.    You’ll discover how to break free from basing your self-worth on arbitrary numbers and fully accept yourself as you are right now - something we ALL need a little more of!    5 Key Takeaways: The danger of linking your value to ever-changing numbers like your weight or bank account balance. Self-worth shouldn't fluctuate! Being "unapologetically you" - owning everything that makes you unique without dimming your light for others Visualizing your "highest self" to tap into your most confident mindset in any situation Getting clear on your deepest motivations so you can set intentional goals that fuel you Removing filters and being emotionally naked builds connection and acceptance of yourself   More from J.Go Website: https://www.jgofitlife.com/links Hot Girl Healing Guide + 8-week Challenge: https://www.jgofitlife.com/hot-girl-healing Confidently Uncomfortable Podcast: https://jgofitlife.libsyn.com/ Instagram: @JGoFitLife: https://www.instagram.com/jgofitlife/ TikTok: @JGoFitLife : tiktok.com/@xojgo   MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Perfectionism is a tricky trap that ensnares even the most successful among us. Driven by deep-rooted stories from childhood, the need to be perfect can easily spiral into burnout and self-sabotage. How can we move past these limiting beliefs to embrace imperfection on the path to growth and self-realization?    Today Dr. Morgan Levy explores the high cost of perfectionism and offers insights to rewrite your inner narrative and break free.   5 Key Takeaways: High achievers often link love, praise, and self-worth to constant performance starting at a young age. This forms the foundation for perfectionistic tendencies. Shifting your motivation from fear of failure to excitement for success can reduce pressure and increase enjoyment of the process. Accepting "good enough" in some areas of life preserves energy for excellence where it truly matters. Don't be the "good enough mother" loading the dishes perfectly! Therapy provides space for awareness, insight, and intentional change needed to transform deep-rooted patterns like perfectionism. Tune into what fulfills YOU, not society's "shoulds." Create based on your joy, and people who want it will find it.   Get the journal prompts for understanding the root of your perfectionism!    More from Morgan: Therapy website  Courses  Quiz  MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

In this week's episode of  the Imperfect Success Podcast, Nicole shares tactics to survive stressful "push periods" - intense work sprints when your workload skyrockets.    Learn how to manage overwhelm and avoid burnout during crunch times, so you can get through the chaos without sacrificing your sanity.   5 Key Takeaways: Establish an endpoint for push periods to maintain motivation. Knowing it's temporary prevents hopelessness. Decline non-essential commitments during intense work periods. Only accept if it's a top priority project. Choose 1-2 grounding habits to keep amidst chaos. Maintain rituals that provide calm and recharge. Take back control over how you spend time. Combat helplessness by being intentional about priorities. Build in recovery post-push period. Gradually resume normal routine rather than diving back into overdrive.     MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Welcome to Imperfect Success:  the podcast teaching success-driven perfectionists how to achieve their goals imperfectly!   Today we’re sitting down with a Professional New York City makeup artist, Kaley Were!    Kaley shares insider tips to help anyone – from total beginners to seasoned pros – create beautiful, glowing makeup looks with confidence and ease. You’ll learn Kaley’s favorite products, application techniques, and tricks for accentuating your best features. Whether you want an everyday look or jaw-dropping glam, Kaley’s 15 pro tips will help you get gorgeous results.   5 Key Takeaways: Invest in a few high-quality multipurpose makeup products instead of lots of cheap ones. A little goes a long way! Use opposite colors on the color wheel to make your eyes pop. For blue eyes, choose bronzy browns. For brown eyes, opt for blues and greens, etc. Apply matte shadows in the crease and shimmery shades on the lid to add dimension to the eyes. Choose lip colors that complement your natural undertones for a flattering, “my lips but better” effect. Blending skincare ingredients into your makeup gives you healthy-looking, glowing skin! Look for primers and foundations with hyaluronic acid.   Follow Kaley:  IG = @kaleywerebeauty   Makeup Store  Website  =  https://www.kaleywerebeauty.com/  More about Kaley:  Kaley Were is a multi-hyphenate artist living and working in New York City. As an actress, she has toured the country with the national tours of Annie and The Wizard of Oz and spent three years spreading magic on the seven seas as a mainstage performer with Disney Cruise Line. When she is not performing, she is a professional makeup artist, particularly specializing in headshot makeup for TV/Film and theatre. She loves using makeup to enhance natural beauty and highlight individuality and believes makeup is for everyone. She grounds her work in inclusivity, and her content is a space for conversations and resources that challenge the confines of the beauty industry. She lives in Manhattan with her husband, Benjamin.   MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Pull up a seat and get ready for some straight talk. This is Imperfect Success, the podcast for high achievers who want to accomplish their big goals while rejecting the idea that they need to be perfect. Join coach for perfectionists and recovering perfectionist Nicole Baker Holloman as she dishes out hard truths with a side of humor to help you accomplish big things imperfectly.   In today's show, Nicole dives into the emotional struggle many goal-driven overachievers face when they feel like a failure.How do we get out of goal slumps? How do we get our motivation back? What do we do when goals feel too far away and we’re getting down on ourselves?    Nicole shares 7 powerful motivational truths to help reignite your inner motivation when you start doubting yourself and your goals seem impossible.   Key Takeaways Ditching perfection and embracing your beginner status - it's okay not to know it all! Kicking procrastination to the curb instantly, because it doesn’t own you Learning the skills to make ish happen, even if you don't have them yet Giving yourself a break during chaotic life chapters Doing one big thing at a time so you don’t lose your freaking mind Putting in work doesn’t mean losing fun - find joy in the journey! Practicing patience because Rome wasn't built in a day, people!   If you’ve been feeling like a hot mess, procrastinating express instead of a goal-getting machine, then sit back and enjoy this pep talk! You GOT this!   MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Welcome to Imperfect Success! The ultimate podcast for driven perfectionists learning how to achieve their dreams, even if it’s done imperfectly.  In today’s episode, we're diving deep into the world of AI, demystifying its capabilities, and sharing how I've chosen to utilize AI as a tool to assist with my work. But just as importantly, we're discussing the boundaries I've set and why there are specific tasks I've chosen to steer clear of when it comes to artificial intellegence.   Key Takeaways: How I use AI as an Assistant: Instead of dreading repetitive tasks, I look at AI and wonder, "How can this help me reduce time on tasks I don’t enjoy?" How I Do Not and Will Not Use AI: For me, AI doesn't replace my role as a teacher/coach/creator. Instead, it can complement my teaching style by enhancing research material. My 3 Hard and Fast Rules with AI 8 Ways I Utilize AI: Both in my business to enhance my productivity and in my personal life to help my creative process   MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Imperfect Success Podcast, I'm your host, Nicole Baker Holleman, a coach for perfectionists and high achievers, and today we're delving into the world of Mental Health and Sports! Our guest today is Aaron Machbitz former D1 baseball player and pro wrestler turned mental health advocate and leader of the You are Loved nonprofit. Key Takeaways: How do athletes both receive and not receive mental health resources How we can be kinder to ourselves as high achievers.  What does it mean to be truly “loved” and why don’t we let ourselves feel that way How to navigate grief  Follow Aaron:  IG = https://www.instagram.com/aaronmachbitz/ and https://www.instagram.com/YouAreLovedLife  Podcast =  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/something-for-everybody/id1490761333  Clothing line = https://shopforeverybody.com/  CODE: Baker20  Website  =  https://youarelovedlife.com/    JOIN THE SCHEDULING WORKSHOP:  Learn more about the upcoming workshop for creating a schedule that works best for you, your goals, and your brain by clicking the link below:  https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/schedule    MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Welcome to the Imperfect Success! This episode delves deep into the art and science of 'focus'. How do we work WITH our brain to focus easier? How do we use simple focus tools that let us get way more done? And, of course, how we can tap into the MOTHER LOAD of focus - the flow state?   It's not about merely telling oneself to concentrate harder. Instead, it's about genuine, actionable strategies to enhance focus and productivity.    Nicole unveils why so many of us struggle with focus, breaking down external, internal, and cognitive challenges, and illuminates the path to the cream of the crop of focus – the flow state.   Key Takeaways: Definition of Focus: It's the cognitive ability to channel attention and resources on a specific task, blocking out potential distractions, essential for effective decision-making and task completion. Challenges to Focus: From the constant digital interruptions in today's world to personal battles with mental clutter or emotional disturbances, numerous factors can stand in the way of achieving true focus. Adversaries of Focus: Some of the biggest inhibitors include perfectionism, the fear of failing, multitasking, and allowing ourselves to be endlessly distracted. Flow State: Introduced by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the flow state is described as the optimal experience where individuals are so engrossed in an activity that nothing else seems to matter, marked by characteristics like absolute concentration, a sense of reward, and effortlessness. Rapid-Fire Focus Boosters: Simple yet effective strategies like using the Do Not Disturb function, setting clear goals, meditation, getting ample sleep, and scheduled breaks can help maintain and boost focus.   Previous episodes in our conversation:  One Sitting Tasks  ADHD JOIN THE SCHEDULING WORKSHOP:  Learn more about the upcoming workshop for creating a schedule that works best for you, your goals, and your brain by clicking the link below:  https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/schedule      MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Productivity has become overcomplicated and synonymous with Hustle Culture - but that’s NOT what productivity is! But what actually IS productivity? Why is it so much simpler than we believe it to be? And what are 3 simple tools that you can use today to be more healthily productive?  In today’s episode, we’re covering how to stop doing it all, how to feel proud about the journey you and your goals are on, plus how to feel like you’ve actually accomplished something today (and every day). Key Takeaways:  Learn what productivity IS and is NOT, plus why it’s so hard for high achievers to lean into healthy productivity  Prime hours: Learn what prime hours are and how to discover what time is best for you to tackle big projects (learn more about prime hours here) One-sitting tasks: Nicole’s bread and butter for diminishing overwhelm and tackling the tasks for the day instead of procrastinating Schedule: Having a schedule that allows you to be consistent and clear on your goals for the week (plus gives you the freedom to live your dang life!)    JOIN THE SCHEDULING WORKSHOP:  Learn more about the upcoming workshop for creating a schedule that works best for you, your goals, and your brain by clicking the link below:  https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/schedule    MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

On this highly requested episode of The Imperfect Success Podcast, we're about to dive into a big conversation around the allure of hustle culture and the sustainable alternative of hard work. We delve into why it's destructive, explore why 'hard work' is a more sustainable model, and share guidance on making the mindset pivot from constant hustling to hard work. Key Takeaways:  Unpacking Hustle Culture: Defining hustle culture and its role in perpetuating burnout, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy Redefining Hard Work: Understanding hard work as a sustainable alternative to hustle culture How hard work is the sustainable option: Why hard work offers a more balanced, less anxiety-ridden path to success Transitioning from Hustle to Hard Work: Practical tips and strategies to shift your mindset from hustle to hard work Leave a review if this episode resonated with you. Remember, perfection isn't the goal—imperfect, sustainable growth is.   MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Imperfect Success Podcast, I'm your host, Nicole Baker Holleman, a coach for perfectionists and high achievers, and today we're delving into the world of TEDx talks! Our guests today are Michael and Dafna Janet, the brilliant minds and passionate curators behind TEDx Cherry Creek. Their commitment to spreading ideas has led to numerous inspiring and thought-provoking TEDx events (resulting in over 12 million views on Youtube), and they are here today to share insights from behind the scenes.  Whether you're an achiever dreaming of delivering your own TEDx talk or you simply want to understand the process better, this episode is for you.  Key Takeaways: Michael and Dafnas Journey: How they became one of the first TEDx events to host TEDx Women and their 20 events after Crafting Your Application: Ever wondered what it takes to stand out in a sea of TEDx applications? Michael and Dafna delve into the intricacies of what makes an application successful and how you can increase your chances of getting selected. The Ideal TEDx Idea: Not all ideas are created equal, especially in the context of a TEDx talk. Michael and Dafna will discuss the criteria they use to assess potential talk ideas and how to ensure yours fits the bill. The Journey to the Stage: What happens after your application gets accepted? We'll take a deep dive into the preparation process, from refining your talk to rehearsing on stage, ensuring you're ready for the big day. Making Your TEDx Talk Resonate: Crafting a talk that resonates with the audience can be a challenge. Our guests will share their expert advice on how to make your TEDx talk leave a lasting impact on your audience. This episode promises to be a treasure trove of insight and practical advice, whether you're an aspiring TEDx speaker or simply a curious listener. So, get ready to step behind the curtain of TEDx, demystify the process, and perhaps even find the courage to submit your own application.   Follow TEDx Cherry Creet on Instagram: @tedxcc  MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!    Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good   Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call   Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

Welcome to the Imperfect Success Podcast, where we help success-driven perfectionists ditch perfectionism and still enjoy the high-achiever lifestyle.  In this episode, we tackle the topic of affirmations and unveil the truth behind their effectiveness.  Contrary to the glamorous image portrayed on social media, affirmations require more than just empty words!  We delve into the science of affirmations, including a groundbreaking study, and share three tips to make your affirmations actually work. Episode Highlights: Understand growth vs. fixed mindset and how fixed mindset is hurting your affirmations. Learn about neuroplasticity and negativity bias and how it is the reason affirmations will or won’t work**. Learn about the Power of Action Verbs in your affirmations. Learn about the Mueller and Dweck study on beliefs about intelligence and learning success and how this is a GAME CHANGER for your affirmations. Uncover the importance of involving your body in the affirmation process. Recognize the significance of The Visibility Factor: Write Them Where You'll See Them. Embrace these science-backed tips and witness the profound impact they can have on your journey to imperfect success. ** Negativity Bias Episode of the Imperfect Success Podcast   Articles referenced:  Praise for intelligence can undermine children's motivation and performance. Why do beliefs about intelligence influence learning success? A social cognitive neuroscience model  MORE FROM NICOLE:   Take the FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type!  Get Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good Schedule your FREE 30-minute Discovery Call Connect with Nicole on Instagram   __ This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.

In today's episode, we welcome a very special guest, Jenn Uhen, a relentless advocate for financial literacy among women, and the founder of The Pledgettes. Jenn is all about inspiring women to transform their relationship with money and break free from procrastination, perfectionism, and fear to pursue their personal financial goals. Guest Bio: Jenn Uhen is a dynamic mentor, advocate, and the mind behind The Pledgettes - a platform that empowers women with financial literacy and fosters a supportive community. Jenn’s personal journey with money, from conversations that sparked financial decisions to the development of her diverse investment portfolio, is a testament to her conviction in the importance of financial goals and clarity. Living a minimalist but comfortable lifestyle, she and her husband travel the country in an Airstream, all while managing properties, businesses, and retirement accounts. Show Highlights: Jenn’s personal journey with money and how she became a financial advocate. How perfectionism influences our financial decisions and steps to overcoming this mindset. The importance of setting Big Financial Goals and Jenn's tips for defining yours. Unpacking the biggest lies we tell ourselves about money and debunking common misconceptions. Demystifying the term 'financial freedom' and what it truly means in today's context. An engaging discussion on the 'All or Nothing' mentality in finances and life. Jenn’s favorite books on money that have influenced her philosophy and can help listeners redefine their money mindset. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who seeks to shake off the shackles of financial anxiety, perfectionism, and the all-or-nothing mindset. Jenn's insights remind us that it's never too early or too late to start working towards our financial goals.   Follow Jenn:  Website: https://thepledgettes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepledgettes/ Book club: https://bookshop.org/shop/thepledgettes    ---more—   Don't forget to rate and review the podcast either on iTunes, Youtube or send me a video for a chance to get a shoutout on the next review of the episode. Please send video/audio reviews to hello@lifecoachbaker.com And, of course, don't forget to hit that subscribe button! IG- @lifecoachbaker   This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane!  She’s accepting clients and you can contact her here.