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EPISODE · Jan 14, 2025 · 9 MIN

Coaching Q&A Series: What If I’m Not Ready Yet?

from You're Overqualified Podcast - Career and Leadership Strategies for Women · host Dani Tan - Leadership Coach and Speaker

In this episode of the Coaching Q&A Series, I’m tackling a big question: “What if I’m not ready yet?” Whether it’s waiting for the “perfect time,” overcoming fear, or battling perfectionism, this episode dives deep into what’s really holding us back when we say we’re not ready. I share personal stories, examples from my clients, and actionable insights to help you move forward—even if everything doesn’t feel perfectly aligned yet. You’ll learn how to challenge the myth of the perfect time, understand the cost of inaction, and take small, imperfect steps toward your goals. Key Takeaways: The Myth of the Perfect Time: How fear and perfectionism trick us into waiting for the “ideal” moment. The Cost of Inaction: Why staying stuck in the same cycle costs more than imperfect progress. Small Steps, Big Results: The power of experimenting and taking action, even when it feels scary. Overcoming Perfectionism: Strategies to stop catastrophe planning and move forward with confidence. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Coaching Q&A Series01:00 The Myth of the Perfect Time03:00 Why Fear and Perfectionism Hold Us Back05:00 The Cost of Inaction: Staying Stuck vs. Moving Forward07:00 Small Steps to Create Momentum09:00 Recognizing Patterns That Keep You Stuck12:00 Why Personal Growth Isn’t for the Faint of Heart For questions about coaching or to book me to speak, reach me at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.danitan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/dani-tan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my weekly newsletter⁠

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