Progress Over Perfection – Why Done Beats Perfect Every Time

In this episode of Brave Moves, I’m talking about something that hits close to home,  perfectionism and how it quietly sabotages our progress.For years, I told myself I couldn’t move forward until things were “just right.” The perfect website, the perfect launch, the perfect timing. But you know what I learned? Perfect never comes. And in chasing it, I lost valuable time that could have been spent learning, growing, and making real progress.In this episode, I’ll share what shifted for me when I started focusing on done instead of perfect. I’ll also walk you through how progress, even the messy kind, builds absolute confidence and sustainable momentum.Here’s what I’ll cover:💡 Why perfectionism is just fear in disguise🧭 How chasing perfect keeps you from building confidence🚀 The mindset shift that helps you take faster, braver action🔁 How to celebrate “done” as a win — not a compromise (the 70%-30% rule)If you’ve been stuck tweaking, editing, or planning yourself into paralysis, this episode is your reminder that movement creates clarity — not the other way around.Takeaway: Confidence doesn’t come from doing things perfectly; it comes from taking imperfect action and trusting yourself to grow through it.Call to Action: If you’re ready to stop getting lost in the details and finally start building momentum, let’s make it happen together. Book a free Thrive Coaching Call with me at GoConfidentlyCoaching.com, and let’s design your next brave move — one that’s done, not perfect.If you loved this episode, text me and let me know what you though. Support the showJoin the CommunityBrave Moves is a daily confidence and personal growth podcast for ambitious women, women entrepreneurs, and leaders who are ready to overcome self-doubt, build resilience, and take bold action in business and life. Each short, practical episode blends mindset science, decision-making psychology, and real-life stories to help you strengthen your confidence, rewire negative thought patterns, and create meaningful forward momentum.If you are navigating career pivots, burnout, reinvention, or leadership growth, Brave Moves gives you the tools to think differently, act bravely, and design a future aligned with your values and vision. Because confidence isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you build, one brave move at a time.Liked this episode? Share it with your midlife woman, entrepreneur friends!Love this show? Let us know how we helped you increase your confidence by leaving a review.For more about me and what I do, check out my website.If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, be positioned as an authority in your industry, and impact the masses, schedule a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my coaching programs.Fo... This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliedeluccacollins.substack.com/subscribe