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Feb 2025
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3 in 30: How to Let Go of Perfectionist ...

Career Contessa
About this episode

Don’t let perfectionism stunt your professional growth! Career Contessa founder, Lauren McGoodwin, and Career coach, Marnie Lemonik, share:

  • Before and after stories of perfectionist tendencies
  • Tips for listeners dealing with the pressure to be perfect
  • Our favorite creators and books for letting go of perfectionism


Show Notes

Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW 

Follow Marnie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnielemonik/

Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmcgoodwin/


Resources

User manual template: https://www.careercontessa.com/resources/communication-guide/

Free Cover Letter Template: https://www.marnielemonik.com/resources/p/free-template-cover-letter 

Marnie’s Interview Prep eBook: https://www.marnielemonik.com/store/p/ebook-how-to-shine-in-your-next-job-interview 

10% Discount Code: CCPOD 

The Job Search Dashboard: https://careercontessa.teachable.com/p/the-job-search-dashboard-notion-template?affcode=70732_cx6_j5wn


Career Contessa Resources

Book 1:1 career coaching session: https://www.careercontessa.com/hire-a-mentor/

Take an online course: https://www.careercontessa.com/education/

Get your personalized salary report: https://www.careercontessa.com/the-salary-project/ 


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