Micro Series: Navigating Perfectionism in Leadership In this episode of the Integrated Leader Podcast, Lauren Marie delves into the specific tension between maintaining high standards and executing tasks effectively. She discusses how the drive for perfectionism can lead to burnout and hinder productivity among leaders, particularly those motivated by service and idealism. Lauren emphasizes the importance of shifting from striving for ideal perfection to adopting iterative, actionable steps. By doing so, leaders can maintain momentum and deliver value without succumbing to the trap of perfectionism. She concludes with a reflection on how delivering 'good enough' work rooted in trust can be powerful and effective. 00:00 Introduction to Tension on Purpose 00:28 Exploring Perfectionism in Leadership 01:16 The Trap of Perfectionism 03:07 Shifting from Idealism to Iteration 03:49 Reflection and Final Thoughts 04:48 Preview of Tomorrow's Episode