The Career Refresh with Jill Griffin: Leadership Strategy for Senior Professionals · 2026-02-03 · 14 min
If you ever feel guilty for not doing enough, not doing it fast enough, or not having something visible to show for your work, you’re not alone. Productivity guilt is real - and it impacts high performers, perfectionists, and strategic thinkers the most. In this episode of The Career Refresh , Jill breaks down: The two most common ways productivity guilt shows up Why invisible work triggers anxiety How perfectionism fuels guilt (and how to break that loop) The difference between perfectionism and professionalism Why managing your mindset is the key to feeling accomplished Support the show Jill Griffin , is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh . She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention. With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy.
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