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by Nicole Holleman

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Growing up with parents who worked for Tony Robbins, you’d think Nicole Baker Holleman was the happiest little high achiever, right? NOPE! After being the victim of severe childhood bullying, perfectionism hit her like a freight train. She decided to use the tools she’d learned from childhood BUT adapt them for her perfectionist brain - creating imperfect success! This is Imperfect Success: The podcast teaching you, a success-driven perfectionist, how to (FINALLY) ditch perfectionism and still enjoy the high-achiever lifestyle. In this show, we will not contribute to the BS personal growth noise. Here we’re all about finding the joy of personal growth. We’re learning how to live a happy, fulfilled, and successful life, but doing so imperfectly. Each episode of Imperfect Success will either feature an interview with a successful perfectionist (diving into the imperfect side of their story), or a solo episode with me teaching you tools that you as a perfectionist or recovering perfectionist can use to make goal-setting more enjoyable, easier, and productive. Above all, Nicole will teach you how to ditch perfectionism + still enjoy your high-achiever life.

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Episode thumbnail for 223: The Ups + Downs of Dreams Coming True (A Life Update)

December 5, 2023

223: The Ups + Downs of Dreams Coming True (A Life Update)

<p dir="ltr">It’s getting real on the podcast today. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join host Nicole Holleman as she gives an inside look at the rapid, overwhelming, overnight success of her side project turned full-time gig.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">She explains the origin story of the new podcast, her theories on why it took off, and the impacts on her routine, workload, mental health and Imperfect Success Podcast. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">It's a vulnerable look at the sacrifices, uncertainties, and adjustments needed to manage exponential growth.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">5 Key Takeaways:</p> <ol> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Nicole traces the creation of her podcast, Fantasy Fangirls, which has grown to a 100+k person community in 80 days.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">She discusses factors she believes fueled the viral success, from leveraging existing skills to luck with algorithms.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Nicole explains how her highly structured 30-hour workweeks vanished, replaced by 12-14 hour days riding the rollercoaster of rapid scale.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">She describes the uncertainty ahead and difficulty letting go of Imperfect Success' consistent release schedule to focus where needed (at least for the holiday season).</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Nicole shares how she's adjusting amidst overwhelm - protecting personal time, saying no more, addressing wavering mental health.</p> </li> </ol> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Episodes to Listen to this Holiday Season</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Holiday Themed Episodes: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">172: 4 Ways to Make Resting Easier During the Holidays</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">New Years: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">182: 11 Powerful Questions to ask yourself</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">174: 5 Powerful Questions that will set you up for the new year</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Mindset/Habits:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">202: Fear of Failure vs. Fear of Success </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">198: The 8 Biggest lies High Achievers tell themselves</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">170: 5 Reasons Your Affirmations are NOT working </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">165: How to Rest without Guilt</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Resources/Strategies: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">200: Habit Hacks: Mastering the fundamentals of Habits</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">193: 3 Ways to Quickly Cure your procrastination for good</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">168: My Favorite Personal Growth Books </p> </li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">MORE FROM NICOLE:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Take the <a href= "https://life-coach-baker.involve.me/what-type-of-perfectionists-are-you"> FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz</a> and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type! </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get <a href= "https://nicolebaker.podia.com/over-the-overwhelm-your-mini-course-to-end-overwhelm-for-good"> Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Schedule your <a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/discoverycall">FREE 30-minute Discovery Call</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Connect with Nicole on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachbaker/">Instagram</a></p>

Episode thumbnail for 222: Building a Business While Homeschooling w/ Amy Traugh

November 28, 2023

222: Building a Business While Homeschooling w/ Amy Traugh

<p dir="ltr">In today's episode, Nicole interviews Amy Traugh, a former healthcare worker turned mompreneur and self-proclaimed "chaos coordinator". </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Amy shares her unexpected pivot from physical therapy to entrepreneurship, which was sparked by the challenges of suddenly homeschooling her young children during the pandemic. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">She reveals the messy action and mindset shifts that helped her embrace imperfection and grow a business while managing a household and homeschooling. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Amy provides tactical tips for moms looking to balance family and entrepreneurship through intentional time management. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">5 Key Takeaways:</p> <ol> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Being forced to leave your job and suddenly homeschool kids is scary, but you can get through it by just taking "the next best step forward".</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Look at how you're spending time each day and seek small pockets where you can work smarter, like outsourcing chores.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Manage your family like a business - create a family mission statement, assign roles and responsibilities.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Asking for help doesn't mean failure - you can't do it all alone. Outsource what you can.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Celebrate small wins - you don't have to be perfect, just consistent and disciplined in moving towards your "why".</p> </li> </ol> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Amy: </p> <p dir="ltr">IG @amytraugh </p> <p dir="ltr">Podcast - Motivated mompreneur </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Amy’s Gift: Free Guide: Market Your Business... Without Spending a Dime <a href= "https://www.subscribepage.com/marketingyourbusinessguide">https://www.subscribepage.com/marketingyourbusinessguide</a>  </p> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">MORE FROM NICOLE:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Take the <a href= "https://life-coach-baker.involve.me/what-type-of-perfectionists-are-you"> FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz</a> and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type! </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get <a href= "https://nicolebaker.podia.com/over-the-overwhelm-your-mini-course-to-end-overwhelm-for-good"> Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Schedule your <a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/discoverycall">FREE 30-minute Discovery Call</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Connect with Nicole on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachbaker/">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">__</p> <p dir="ltr">This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane! </p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-d19769e6-7fff-3f64-52fb-979afab090eb">She’s accepting clients and you can contact her <a href= "https://www.arielvillafane.com/">here</a>.</strong></p>

Episode thumbnail for 221: Perfectionism and the Holidays: How to Stay Sane When Expectations are High

November 21, 2023

221: Perfectionism and the Holidays: How to Stay Sane When Expectations are High

<p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2023">Black Friday is HERE!!!!</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Click on the link below to see the whole list of Black Friday offerings ranging from $7 mini course - $397 private coaching intensives! </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2022">https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2023</a>  </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">It's the most wonderful time of the year, but also one of the most stressful for perfectionists! In fact, we get, on average, a 40% increase of anxiety during the holidays and we’re diving into what are some ways you can ease that perfectionism during the holiday season. </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode, we discuss tactics for managing perfectionism and reducing anxiety during the holiday season. From dealing with family dynamics to avoiding burnout from parties and hosting, Nicole provides sanity-saving tips to stay present and joyful. Instead of getting overwhelmed by expectations and guilt, learn how letting go of control can lead to a holiday season that feels magical, not manic.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">5 Key Takeaways:</p> <ol> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Release unrealistic expectations of a "perfect" holiday season. Accept that things will go wrong and don't try to control every moment.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Reframe guilt over saying no into gratitude for choosing yourself and growing. Set those new meanings beforehand.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Delegate hosting duties and resist people-pleasing. You can't be everywhere at once.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">If you fall back into old family dynamics, consciously rewrite those patterns by catching negative thoughts.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The key is presence. Stay focused on each moment instead of past problems or future to-dos.</p> </li> </ol> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Tune in to hear more techniques for minimizing holiday stress and spending the season present and joyful, not anxious and overwhelmed. It's possible for even the most tightly-wound perfectionist to enjoy the holidays!</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">MORE FROM NICOLE:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Take the <a href= "https://life-coach-baker.involve.me/what-type-of-perfectionists-are-you"> FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz</a> and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type! </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get <a href= "https://nicolebaker.podia.com/over-the-overwhelm-your-mini-course-to-end-overwhelm-for-good"> Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Schedule your <a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/discoverycall">FREE 30-minute Discovery Call</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Connect with Nicole on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachbaker/">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">__</p> <p dir="ltr">This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane! </p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-a213d843-7fff-8427-3912-5a643c9e3976">She’s accepting clients and you can contact her <a href= "https://www.arielvillafane.com/">here</a>.</strong></p>

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What is Imperfect Success?

Growing up with parents who worked for Tony Robbins, you’d think Nicole Baker Holleman was the happiest little high achiever, right? NOPE!

After being the victim of severe childhood bullying, perfectionism hit her like a freight train.

She decided to use the tools she’d learned from childhood BUT adapt them for her perfectionist brain - creating imperfect success!

This is Imperfect Success: The podcast teaching you, a success-driven perfectionist, how to (FINALLY) ditch perfectionism and still enjoy the high-achiever lifestyle. In this show, we will not contribute to the BS personal growth noise. Here we’re all about finding the joy of personal growth. We’re learning how to live a happy, fulfilled, and successful life, but doing so imperfectly. Each episode of Imperfect Success will either feature an interview with a successful perfectionist (diving into the imperfect side of their story), or a solo episode with me teaching you tools that you as a perfectionist or recovering perfectionist can use to make goal-setting more enjoyable, easier, and productive.

Above all, Nicole will teach you how to ditch perfectionism + still enjoy your high-achiever life.

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