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In this episode, Iâm sharing the unexpected changes Iâve made to how I work - and why Iâm making them now, after years of having more structured work hours.
I talk about why my usual work structure (that helped me so much) started feeling restrictive, the power of making aligned updates to routines that have served you well and what to consider if youâre entering a new season of life or business.
To dive deeper: Want an easy way to find out if perfectionism is stopping your business from growing? Take The Perfectionism Quiz today - itâs free, takes less than 3 minutes and gives you a personalised report that lays out the simple steps you can take to get out of your own way. Take the quiz now at samlaurabrown.com/quiz.
For more advice: Follow me on Instagram - Iâm @perfectionismproject - for more behind-the-scenes insights and support with getting out of your own way in your business.
For full support: Ready to get out of your own way in your business? Join the waitlist for my productivity program - Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Inside PGSD youâll master our simple, proven process for getting shit done without burning out so you can finally get your business off the ground.
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Some days just donât go to plan.
An appointment in the middle of the day, low energy, unexpected life admin⊠And suddenly, that focused workday you imagined feels like itâs slipping through your fingers.
In this episode, Iâm sharing how I stay productive when that happens. I talk about how I plan when Iâve only got a few hours to work, the thoughts I used to spiral into and how I shift them now, the question I come back to when I feel behind, and how Power Planning helps me keep moving without needing to overwork or write the day off.
If youâve been telling yourself you need more time to get things done properly, this episode will help you shift that story, and show you what staying consistent can actually look like in real life.
Ready to build self-trust and create real momentum in your business? Join the waitlist for my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs - Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Inside PGSD youâll master our simple, proven process for getting shit done without burning out or building a business you hate.
For more advice: Follow me on Instagram - Iâm @perfectionismproject - for more behind-the-scenes insights and support with getting out of your own way in your business as a perfectionist entrepreneur.
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Creating momentum in your business isnât just about planning and strategy - itâs about trusting yourself, even when life feels uncertain. In this behind-the-scenes episode, Iâm sharing a day in my life as I navigate maternity leave planning and mindset shifts, rebuilding my financial review habits and shifting operations inside my business.
Youâll hear the mindset shifts that are helping me grow my business with self-trust instead of overthinking, how Iâm preparing for baby #4 while still staying connected to my work and the simple weekly financial review process that is bringing emotional safety back into my business finances.
If youâre craving more self-trust, flexibility and sustainable momentum in your business, this episode will show you what it looks like to live it day-by-day.
Ready to build self-trust and create real momentum in your business? Join the waitlist for my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs - Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Inside PGSD youâll master our simple, proven process for getting shit done without burning out or building a business you hate.
For more advice: Follow me on Instagram - Iâm @perfectionismproject - for more behind-the-scenes insights and support with getting out of your own way in your business as a perfectionist entrepreneur.
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Over-challenging yourself is one of the sneakiest ways that perfectionism is keeping you stuck in your business - and thatâs exactly what this episode will help you overcome.
My clients are people who love to learn, grow and push themselves. But what Iâve seen time and time again - and experienced myself - is how over-challenging ourselves can lead to freezing or getting stuck in productive procrastination for months.
In this episode, I unpack a powerful coaching moment from inside my program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. I reveal what it really looks like to over-challenge yourself and why over-challenging yourself actually makes it harder to achieve your goals. I also share practical strategies that will allow you to step outside your comfort zone without spinning yourself out.
Whether youâre trying to post consistently on social media, launch something new into the world or perform at an open mic like the PGSDer I coached - this episode will help you get unstuck and build momentum, one aligned challenge at a time.
To dive deeper: Want to know which of the 5 Perfectionist Patterns is keeping you stuck in your business? Take The Perfectionism Quiz - itâs free, takes less than 3 minutes and gives you a personalised report that lays out the simple steps you can take to get out of your own way. Take the quiz now at samlaurabrown.com/quiz.
For more advice: Follow me on Instagram - Iâm @perfectionismproject - for more behind-the-scenes insights and support with getting out of your own way in your business.
For full support: Ready to follow through with what matters most in your business? Join the waitlist for my productivity program - Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Inside PGSD youâll master our simple, proven process for getting shit done without burning out or building a business you hate.
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Thereâs a lot of talk in the entrepreneurial world about the dream of âbeing your own boss.â But what happens when you finally become your own boss⊠and realise youâve turned into the worst boss youâve ever had?
This episode introduces a different way of thinking about how perfectionism is showing up in your business. Itâs a metaphor thatâll help you really see why you keep getting in your own way â and what to do about it. Because when your perfectionism handbrake is on, it doesnât matter how motivated or disciplined you are. Youâll still feel behind, burned out, overthinking everything, and wondering why nothing is working.
In this episode, Iâm walking you through what it means to be both the boss and the employee in your business â and how perfectionism can make both of those roles way harder than they need to be. Iâll show you how to start being the kind of boss you actually want to work for (no matter where youâre at right now), and why that shift alone can change everything.
Inside PGSD, we teach you how to be the kind of boss youâd actually like to work for and the kind of employee who gets shit done without burning out.
If youâve been spinning your wheels and wondering what youâre missing, this episode will help you understand whatâs really going on and how to finally get out of your own way.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode531.
Enrollment Now Open: Join My Productivity Program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done
If youâre ready to get out of your own way and take consistent action in your business without burning out, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD).
Enrollment is open until 11:59pm EDT on Friday 11 April 2025. Click here to sign up todayâ and get instant access to everything inside the program.
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Power Planning works for entrepreneurs at every level of income, whether you're just starting out, trying to make your first consistent income, or already running a seven-figure business. When your perfectionist mindset is working for you instead of against you, creating time and space for what matters becomes so much easier.
EliĆĄka already had a seven-figure jewellery business when she signed up for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD). But she was exhausted. There was no breathing room in her schedule. Her dream of starting a coaching business had been sitting on the backburner for years. And the idea of having a second child felt like too much to handle.
Fast forward to today and EliĆĄka now has two successful businesses and is eight months pregnant with baby number two. Thanks to the changes she made inside PGSD, her husband was able to quit his CEO role to be home with the kids (something they never imagined was possible when she first joined).
In this episode, EliĆĄka shares how Power Planning helped her simplify everything she was doing and finally make time for more. More presence with her family. More connection with her husband. More progress in her business. And, most importantly, more trust in herself to follow through without the all-or-nothing pressure.
We talk about the real changes she experienced in her work and home life, how PGSD helped her feel supported without needing to show up to live coaching calls, and what she would say if you're on the fence about joining.
If you're feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle it all or frustrated that you're not making the progress you know you're capable of, this episode will help you see that itâs not about working harder or being more disciplined. Itâs about learning how to plan in a way that actually works for your perfectionist brain. PGSD gives you the tools, support, and structure to finally follow through without burning out or falling off track when life gets full.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode530.
Enrollment Now Open: Join My Productivity Program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done
If youâre ready to get out of your own way and take consistent action in your business without burning out, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD).
Enrollment is open until 11:59pm EDT on Friday 11 April 2025. Click here to sign up todayâ and get instant access to everything inside the program.
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You either work nonstop trying to catch up or avoid your to-do list completely â and no matter what, it feels like youâre falling behind.
If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.
Whether youâre new to the podcast or have been listening for years, Iâm breaking down what Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) actually is, who itâs for, and why it works so well for perfectionist entrepreneurs who are stuck in overwhelm, procrastination, and self-doubt.
PGSD is a productivity program thatâs built specifically for perfectionist entrepreneurs. Instead of forcing yourself to be more disciplined or relying on willpower, youâll learn how to plan properly, follow through consistently, and build real momentum in your business. Youâll stop over-editing, overthinking, and burning yourself out trying to do everything perfectly â and finally become someone who gets shit done.
In this episode, I walk you through the PGSD Process, share real transformations from PGSDers, and help you figure out if itâs the right next step for you.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode529.
Enrollment Now Open: Join My Productivity Program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done
If youâre ready to get out of your own way and take consistent action in your business without burning out, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD).
Enrollment is open until 11:59pm EDT on Friday 11 April 2025. Click here to sign up todayâ and get instant access to everything inside the program.
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This is Part 5 of my 5-Part Clean Rest Series. I first experimented with clean rest in 2014 (though I didnât have a name for it back then). I just knew I needed a break.
In 2018, after another exhausting launch, I came back to it with intention. I was tired of burning out every time I pushed for a big goal. Something had to change.
Now, clean rest is the backbone of my business. It grounds me. It gives me the courage to put my ideas out there, even when theyâre not perfect. And itâs the reason I havenât burned out in over three years, even while making more money than ever and navigating motherhood.
In this final episode of the clean rest series, Iâm sharing how my own journey with clean rest has evolved and what it looks like for me now - both in business and in life.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode528.
Enrollment Now Open: Join My Productivity Program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done
If youâre ready to get out of your own way and take consistent action in your business without burning out, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD).
Enrollment is open for one week only from Friday 4 April to Friday 11 April 2025. Click here to sign up todayâ and get instant access to everything inside the program.
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This is Part 4 of my 5-Part Clean Rest Series. Thereâs one mindset shift every perfectionist entrepreneur needs to make about clean rest:
Clean rest that doesnât feel good is still clean rest.
Even when youâre feeling bored, restless, agitated, or like you âshouldâ be doing something more productive⊠it still counts.
Clean rest isnât about always feeling peaceful, recharged or inspired. Sometimes it will feel that way. But other times, itâll feel uncomfortable. You might find yourself itching to check your emails or thinking about everything you âshouldâ be doing instead. And thatâs completely normal.
Youâre a human, not a machine. Youâre not supposed to feel happy or motivated 100% of the time. And if youâre judging the quality of your rest based on how it feels, that perfectionist thinking is sneaking in through the back door â making you overthink your time off and work harder to ârest the right way.â
This episode is a coaching call with PGSDer Jenna where we dive into all of this: what actually counts as clean rest, what doesnât, and why itâs still valuable even when it doesnât feel perfect. We talk about the discomfort that can come up when youâre learning to let yourself truly rest, and how clean rest supports you in working towards your business goals without burning yourself out.
If youâve been trying to âdo rest right,â or only allow yourself time off when youâve earned it, this episode is exactly what you need to hear.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode527.
Perfectionists Getting Shit Done is opening for enrollment on 4 April for one week only.
If youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Enrollment is opening for one week only from 4 to 11 April 2025. -
This is Part 3 of my 5-Part Clean Rest Series. In the previous episode of my clean rest series, I talked about how working from a to-do list makes it hard to get clean rest.
So what should you do instead?
Where does clean rest go in your calendar and how much of it do you need?
And how do you rest when youâve planned, so you honour your rest?
I answer these questions and give you practical advice in todayâs episode. If youâre wondering how to plan out your clean rest properly each week, listen in.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode526.
Perfectionists Getting Shit Done is opening for enrollment on 4 April for one week only.
If youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Enrollment is opening for one week only from 4 to 11 April 2025. -
This is Part 2 of my 5-Part Clean Rest Series. We perfectionists LOVE a good to-do listâŠ
But working from a to-do list makes it really challenging to get enough clean rest - even if youâre making a real effort to have more work-life balance.
And I share the five reasons why - and helpful examples for each reason - in this second episode of my clean rest series. I also talk about why thereâs never any time for rest and why you feel behind when you work from a to-do list.
If you only get a break from your business when youâre busy recovering from burnout, this clean rest series - and todayâs episode in particular - is going to be insanely helpful.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode525.
Perfectionists Getting Shit Done is opening for enrollment on 4 April for one week only.
If youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Enrollment is opening for one week only from 4 to 11 April 2025. -
This is Part 1 of my 5-Part Clean Rest Series. If youâre sick of being behind in your business (even though youâre doing ALL the things), this episode is for you.
I explain what clean rest is (i.e. resting without guilt) and why itâs essential for perfectionists.
It may not feel like it, but clean rest will help you work better and build a better business (with less overwhelm, less procrastination and less burnout).
Youâll have plenty of clean rest scheduled in your calendar when youâre planning properly as a perfectionist.
All that clean rest wonât be scary because youâll be so clear on whatâs important vs what isnât, when you work best and how to keep your plans workable so you never fall behind. Youâll be able to ENJOY your time off.
Itâs time to start planning properly as a perfectionist - and that includes getting the clean rest you need. And anyone can learn howâŠ
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode524.
Perfectionists Getting Shit Done is opening for enrollment on 4 April for one week only.
If youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Enrollment is opening for one week only from 4 to 11 April 2025.
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If youâve been wondering how to stay motivated and show up consistently, week after week after week - this episode will help you understand how following the PGSD Process will help you stay motivated as you build your business. Especially if youâve been in the all-or-nothing cycle of showing up perfectly for a few weeks and then abandoning your goals and your content calendar.
In this episode Iâm going to be showing you how Power Planning and Clean Rest will keep you motivated to show up in your business. Youâll hear about what we can learn from children about staying motivated, why the goal isnât getting your entire to-do list in your calendar, and the hidden benefits of resting without guilt.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode523.
What To Do Next
Join the waitlist: Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Take The Perfectionism Quiz - samlaurabrown.com/quiz Private Coaching with me is full - âget notifiedâ when a spot opens Instagram: @perfectionismprojectPerfectionists Getting Shit Done is opening for enrollment on 4 April for one week only.
If youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done.Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Enrollment is opening for one week only from 4 to 11 April 2025.
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As perfectionists, we want our marketing to be perfect before we release it into the world. But the truth is that our best marketing for our clients wonât feel perfect to us. In this episode I share with you why this is the case and how imperfect marketing has helped me grow my business.
Tune in to learn why imperfect marketing works, and how your marketing can feel easy and intentional.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode522.
What To Do Next
Join the waitlist: Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Take The Perfectionism Quiz - samlaurabrown.com/quiz Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Private Coaching with me is full - âget notifiedâ when a spot opens Instagram: @perfectionismprojectPerfectionists Getting Shit Done is opening for enrollment on 4 April for one week only.
If youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd. Enrollment is opening for one week only from 4 to 11 April 2025.
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Perfectionists often struggle with life admin tasks. There always seems to be something to clean, fix or take care of in our day-to-day lives - tasks that wonât take too long to do individually, but seem never-ending.
If you feel like your life admin tasks are never-ending loose ends, this episode is going to help!
I share about my experiences around feeling behind on my life admin, discovering I was using my life admin loose ends against myself, and the specific changes Iâm making to my Power Planning and clean rest to address it.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode521.
What To Do Next
Join the waitlist: Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Instagram: @perfectionismprojectIf youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.
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Perfectionists love to learn. Thatâs why one of the most common signs your perfectionism handbrake is on, is that you spend most of your time procrasti-learning instead of doing.
Tune into todayâs episode because Iâm sharing three hard truths about procrasti-learning and how itâs hurting your business. I cover why perfectionists unknowingly fall into the trap of procrasti-learning, and how to turn your love of learning into a successful business.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode520.
What To Do Next
Join the waitlist: Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Instagram: @perfectionismprojectIf youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.
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Itâs tempting to look at others in our industry to see if weâre doing things the right way, especially when others are more successful than us. We might look at what others are doing to decide what we plan to do in our business.
There are times when following othersâ advice makes sense, yet there are also times when following our own intuition is better. In this episode, I want to talk to you about when to do things your own way, why itâs safe to do so and how to productively compare yourself to others in your industry. Tune in today!
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode519.
What To Do Next
Join the waitlist: Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Instagram: @perfectionismprojectIf youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.
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If youâve ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of overpreparing, second-guessing, or leaving projects unfinished, this episode is for you. Today Iâm diving into the hidden perfectionist tendencies behind completion avoidance - why perfectionists often struggle to finish what they start and how to finally break free from that pattern. Youâll learn why completion can feel vulnerable, how your identity might be keeping you stuck, and the real reason decision-making feels so hard. Plus, Iâll share practical strategies to help you finish projects with confidence and ease, without the last-minute stress.
If youâre ready to shift from avoidance to momentum and start completing tasks in a way that supports your business growth, this episode will show you how. Tune in today!
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode518.
What To Do Next
Join the waitlist: Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Instagram: @perfectionismprojectIf youâre ready to get out of your own way in your business, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionists who are building businesses called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. Click here to find out more about the program and join the waitlist today: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.
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If youâve been avoiding a new or scary task simply because it doesnât have a deadline, youâre not alone. As perfectionists, we struggle to follow through on tasks that feel unfamiliar or uncertainâespecially when no one else is holding us accountable.
The problem? These are often the exact tasks that will move your business forward. And the longer you put them off, the longer you stay stuck.
In this episode, Iâm sharing exactly why perfectionists procrastinate on non-urgent tasks and, more importantly, how to break free from this pattern so you can start honoring the deadlines you set for yourselfâeven when no one else is watching.
If youâre tired of waiting until the last minute (or never) to take action, this episode is for you.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode517.
The doors to Perfectionists Getting Shit Done close at 11:59pm EST tomorrow night.
If youâre ready to get out of your own way and take consistent action in your business without burning out, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD).
This is your last chance to get the support, coaching, and accountability you need to finally get out of your own way.
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In this episode, Iâm sharing a powerful snippet from a PGSD coaching call where I coached my client, Arielle, on using Power Planning in a way that actually works for her, instead of against her.
As perfectionists, we often donât realize how our own thinking is making us stuck. We give up right when weâre about to see results. We tell ourselves weâre not doing enough. We feel pressure to plan perfectly, and when we donât, we spiral into overwhelm and inaction.
Thatâs exactly what happened to Arielle. She wanted to use Power Planning but felt unsure whether sheâd be able to âdo it right.â And that hesitation was making planning feel like a struggle instead of a tool to help her.
On this call, I coached Arielle through this mindset block so she could drop the pressure to plan perfectly and start using Power Planning to fully support herself no matter what comes up during the week.
This is why coaching is so valuable for perfectionists. You donât need another to-do list or a new planner. You need to rewire the way you think about planning, productivity, and persistence so that you can actually follow through consistently without burning out.
Inside Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD), youâll get access to weekly group coaching calls where you can get coached on the exact challenges that are keeping you stuck. Youâll also watch other perfectionist entrepreneurs work through the same struggles youâve been facing so you can learn, grow, and take action alongside them.
The doors to PGSD close in less than 72 hours. Sign up now at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.
Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode516.
Lastly, thank you Arielle for giving me permission to share this call on the podcast.
Enrollment for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done is closing in 72 hours.
If youâre ready to get out of your own way and take consistent action in your business without burning out, you want to join my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD).
Get all the details and sign up now at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd before doors close.
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