The Visible Leader · 2025-04-01 · 43 min
Dr Hayley Lewis joined me to talk about perfectionism in leadership - when it's helpful, when it holds us back, and what we can do about it. We get into: * What perfectionism actually is (and isn't) * The toll it can take on leaders and teams * How to spot it in yourself or others * Ways to loosen its grip (without lowering your standards) Reflective practice, micromanagement, inbox zero, and why reframing matters - it's all in here. Resources Mentioned * Gibbs' Reflective Cycle - A useful tool for reframing experiences. Here is a post on Hayley's website with a link to the free resource: * Check out Hayley's brilliant sketchnotes (available here [ and website) Ways for you to find her: * Website: [ * LinkedIn - [ * Instagram - [ Contact Me: * Find me on LinkedIn [ * Book your free 30-minute discovery call with me here: * Download my Leader's Guide to Increasing Your Impact, Influence & Free Time If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might benefit and don't forget to leave a rating and review!
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