Have you ever taken on a project that you thought would be straightforward…and then discovered it wasn’t?

Sometimes that occurs because of the expectations we put on ourselves to perform at a certain level.

That’s what happened to me when I tried to record a headshot video.

In this solo episode I describe the situation, how I handled the setbacks, and what I learned from the experience that might be helpful for you, too.

I’m the co-founder and president of Grow Strong Leaders. We’ve created online resources that help leaders strengthen their character and communication skills to build strong relationships and inspire others to perform at the highest level.

You’ll discover:

• The challenge I was given in a LinkedIn course
• How I define perfectionism
• Why I struggled initially to complete this assignment
• What slowing down and reflecting helped me realize
• 3 insights that allowed me to relax and enjoy the process

Watch the episode:

Connect with Meredith

Meredith’s Resources

Website

Grow Strong Leaders

Books

Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills

Grow Strong Character

Have you considered how powerful your thoughts are in determining the way you see and respond to the world? Be prepared to expand your mind as you listen to the insights and unforgettable stories that Michael Neill shares in this conversation. You will not view stress, pressure, and overwhelm in the same way, and you’ll understand why the most powerful thing you can do is learn to be yourself.

Michael is an internationally renowned transformative teacher, author, broadcaster, and speaker. He’s described as having the unique ability to “blend the sacred with the profane.” The inside-out understanding at the heart of his work challenges the cultural mythology that stress, pressure, and other symptoms of “seriousness” are a necessary part of adaptation and growth in business or indeed any area of life.

Michael has authored six best-selling books including two of Meredith’s favorite books, The Inside Out Revolution and Creating the Impossible. He’s also the host of one of her must-listen podcasts, Caffeine for the Soul (each episode is just 6-9 minutes of wisdom from Michael).

You’ll discover:

• What Michael means by “inside out” when it comes to our thoughts
• Why pressure is not the effective driver some think it is
• The distinction Michael makes between two types of fear
• The misunderstanding leaders sometimes have around being REAL

Watch the episode:

Connect with Michael

Michael’s Resources

Websites

Michael Neill

Podcast

Caffeine for the Soul

Books

The Inside Out Revolution: The Only Thing You Need to Know to Charge Your Life

Creating the Impossible: A 90-day Program to Get Your Dreams Out of Your Head and into the World

Supercoach: 10 Secrets To Transform Anyone’s Life – 10th Anniversary Edition

TEDx Talks

“Why Aren’t We Awesomer?”

“Can a TEDx Talk Really Change the World?”