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!

Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode518.

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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.

For most perfectionists, it feels reckless—or even harmful—to publish ‘imperfect’ work unless a last-minute deadline forces our hand. Whether it’s content, a client deliverable, a sales page, or a piece of art, we don’t want to let go until it feels ready. And by ready, we mean perfect.

But this obsession with making everything perfect is what’s keeping you stuck. It’s exhausting. It forces you to rely on pressure and deadlines just to take action. It stops you from getting enough practice to become truly great at what you do. And it’s holding your business back from making sales, helping people, and growing the way it could.

I’ve built a successful business because I learned how to emotionally allow myself to put imperfect work into the world. I let my ideas meet reality before they feel perfect. Without this skill, I wouldn’t have nearly 500 podcast episodes and 3 million downloads. And this is something you can learn too.

Inside this episode, I’m sharing exactly why you struggle to hit publish, the perfectionist thought errors making perfectly good work feel flawed, and the practical things you can do to start putting your work out into the world without second-guessing yourself.

Getting out of your own way can’t wait any longer. That’s why I created Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD)—my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs who are ready to stop overthinking, take consistent action, and build real momentum in their business without burning out.

The doors to PGSD close on Friday, 7 February at 11:59pm EST. Sign up now at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd and start showing up fully in your business.

Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode515.

Enrollment for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done is closing on Friday.

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).

Enrollment is closing this Friday. Don’t wait. This is your chance to finally start showing up fully in your business.

Get all the details and sign up now at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd before doors close.

This is Part 5 of my 5-Part Getting Shit Done Series. Today I’m sharing an inside look at my productivity program for perfectionist entrepreneurs called Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (aka PGSD).

Inside the program you’ll master our simple productivity process that works for your perfectionist brain, instead of against it, so it’s easy to stop procrastinating and get shit done without burning out. Plus you’ll have lifetime access to everything including personal support, accountability and a community of other perfectionist entrepreneurs.

Getting out of your own way can’t wait any longer and PGSD makes it easy. Tune in to learn more about the program today and sign up at samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode514.

Enrollment Now Open: Join My Productivity Program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done

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).

Enrollment is opening for one week only from Friday 31 January to Friday 7 February 2025. Find out more about the program by visiting: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

This is Part 4 of my 5-Part Getting Shit Done Series. Today I’m sharing why working in projects - rather than just simply ticking off tasks - is the secret to banishing overwhelm and creating momentum in your business. Plus I’m walking you through a practical tool you can start using right away that makes it easy to finish what you start, even if you have a million ideas.

Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode513.

Opening Soon: My Productivity Program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done

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).

Enrollment is opening soon but only for one week - from Friday 31 January to Friday 7 February 2025. Find out more about the program and join the waitlist today by visiting: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

This is Part 3 of my 5-Part Getting Shit Done Series. Today I’m sharing why perfectionists have to take a different approach to rest and time off compared with everyone else. I also share what to do if you feel guilty taking time off, especially if you’re someone who loves work and want to get fully caught up on everything before you let yourself take a break so that you can fully enjoy it.

Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode512.

Opening Soon: My Productivity Program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done

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).

Enrollment is opening soon but only for one week - from Friday 31 January to Friday 7 February 2025. Find out more about the program and join the waitlist today by visiting: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.

This is Part 2 of my 5-Part Getting Shit Done Series. Today I’m sharing three reasons why to-do lists don’t work for perfectionists (even though we love them) and the simple productivity you can use that makes it easy to say goodbye to overwhelm and follow through with your plans, even when you’re not motivated.

Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode511.

Opening Soon: My Productivity Program, Perfectionists Getting Shit Done

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).

Enrollment is opening soon but only for one week - from Friday 31 January to Friday 7 February 2025. Find out more about the program and join the waitlist today by visiting: samlaurabrown.com/pgsd.