If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of overpreparing, second-guessing, or leaving projects unfinished, this episode is for you. Today I’m 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. You’ll learn why completion can feel vulnerable, how your identity might be keeping you stuck, and the real reason decision-making feels so hard. Plus, I’ll share practical strategies to help you finish projects with confidence and ease, without the last-minute stress.

If you’re 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!

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If you’ve been avoiding a new or scary task simply because it doesn’t have a deadline, you’re not alone. As perfectionists, we struggle to follow through on tasks that feel unfamiliar or uncertain—especially 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, I’m 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 yourself—even when no one else is watching.

If you’re 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 you’re 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).

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In this episode, I’m 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 don’t realize how our own thinking is making us stuck. We give up right when we’re about to see results. We tell ourselves we’re not doing enough. We feel pressure to plan perfectly, and when we don’t, we spiral into overwhelm and inaction.

That’s exactly what happened to Arielle. She wanted to use Power Planning but felt unsure whether she’d be able to “do it right.” 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 don’t 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), you’ll get access to weekly group coaching calls where you can get coached on the exact challenges that are keeping you stuck. You’ll also watch other perfectionist entrepreneurs work through the same struggles you’ve 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 you’re 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.