What if the thing keeping you from moving forward isn’t perfectionism—but shame?

In this powerful conversation, Brittany Greenfield sits down with Dr. Melissa Robinson Weinmiller to unpack the hidden connection between shame, self-criticism, procrastination, and decision avoidance. Drawing from more than 30 years as a classically trained musician, her experience with toxic leadership, and her work in empathetic leadership, Dr. Melissa reveals why self-empathy—not more pressure—is what can help us break the cycle and regain momentum.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

● Why perfectionism can turn into procrastination and decision avoidance

● The difference between being critical of yourself and judging yourself

● Four steps to practicing self-empathy and breaking the shame cycle

● Why empathy isn’t a “soft skill”—and how it can strengthen leadership, creativity, and

innovation

● How to stay human and authentic as AI takes on more of our cognitive work

At the heart of this conversation is a simple but powerful reminder: being human means being imperfect. Learning to meet yourself with empathy can create the space to learn, lead, innovate, and keep moving forward.

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I should be better,” this episode is for you. Hit play—and discover what becomes possible when you stop letting shame put you in a box.

Connect with Dr. Melissa

Website: https://eqviaempathy.com/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

In this episode of Good Enough, Brittany Greenfield sits down with Lia Garvin, author, leadership expert, and host of Managing Made Simple, to challenge one of the most common assumptions leaders make: that performance problems are always about the people. Lia explains why clear systems, expectations, context, and communication can transform how teams work—and why even the smallest businesses need systems to succeed.

Together, Brittany and Lia explore:

● Why clarity beats micromanagement: Giving people clear expectations and context helps them make better decisions independently.

● The power of simple systems: Systems don't have to be complicated—they can be as simple as defining the three steps that absolutely need to happen.

● How to make feedback conversations easier: Lia shares a practical “sit-down” approach that combines ownership, recognition or constructive feedback, and a clear action plan.

● Where AI, automation, and hiring fit: Start by identifying the most frustrating, repetitive task in your day and ask whether it should be automated, delegated, or eliminated.

Lia's philosophy is refreshingly simple: good enough systems reduce the number of steps it takes to get something done. You don't need a perfect process—you need a clear one that helps people know what matters, what success looks like, and what to do next.

If leadership feels overwhelming, this conversation is a reminder that the answer may not be to work harder or find better people. Sometimes, you just need to make the work easier to do.

Connect with Lia Garvin

Website: https://www.liagarvin.com/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

Together, Brittany and Chuck explore:

● The “open hand” approach: How revealing your thinking, concerns, and standards can turn confrontation into collaboration.

● The four questions leaders should ask: What do you want? What are your concerns?

● What are the power dynamics? And what standards are shaping your judgment?

● Why leaders need to say “I don’t know”: The higher you climb, the more you have to rely on the expertise of others and learn together.

● How to recognize your own patterns: Learning to notice when defensiveness, assumptions, or old habits are driving the conversation.

Chuck offers a simple practice you can use tomorrow: pick one of the four questions and use it to open the conversation rather than close it. Because leadership isn't about being the smartest person in the room—it's about creating the space where everyone can think, contribute, and move forward.

Connect with Chuck Wisner:

Website: https://www.chuckwisner.com/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

In this episode, host Brittany Greenfield sits down with Ashley Rudolph, who went from individual contributor to VP in just five years, often as the only woman, Black woman, or youngest person in the room. Now, after a decade of studying what helps high achievers advance, Ashley coaches senior leaders at companies including Airbnb, Meta, and Citi to stop

being the “best kept secret” and start getting recognized for the leadership they already possess.

As Ashley explains, the skills that make you successful early in your career—being the best at your individual work—aren’t necessarily the skills that make you successful as a leader. The conversation explores the pivotal shift from proving what you can do to creating impact through

others, and why invisible contributions can be some of the most valuable work a leader does.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

● Why high achievers often struggle when they reach senior leadership

● How to redefine success beyond individual accomplishment

● Why the “invisible work” leaders do can create enormous impact

● How to become more intentional about the way you show up as a leader

If you’ve ever wondered why working harder isn’t translating into the recognition or influence you want, this conversation will help you rethink the game—and give you a new way to play it.

Connect with Ashley Rudolph:

Website: https://www.workwithashleyr.com/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://linktr.ee/brittanygreenfield

In this episode, host Brittany Greenfield sits down with Ann Dux for an honest conversation about perfectionism, progress, and the pressure we put on ourselves to get everything right.

Ann shares her perspective on embracing imperfection, moving forward before you feel completely ready, and redefining what success looks like when you stop chasing an impossible standard.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

● Why perfectionism can keep you from making meaningful progress

● How to embrace “good enough” without lowering your standards

● The power of taking action before you have everything figured out

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time, perfect plan, or perfect version of yourself, this conversation is your reminder that progress starts when you’re willing to begin.

Connect with Ann Dux:

Website: https://duxcommunications.com/about/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

In this episode, Brittany Greenfield sits down with Amy Lessinger, a leader who built a billion-dollar real estate brokerage during one of the worst market crashes in history. Instead of playing it safe, Amy made a bold, irreversible decision that not only saved her business—but reshaped how she thinks about leadership, risk, and growth.

Together, they unpack why most leaders get stuck at critical inflection points—not because they lack strategy, but because they’re avoiding the uncomfortable decision they already know they need to make. Amy shares how embracing failure, owning risk, and letting go of perfectionism can unlock momentum and drive real progress.

Key Takeaways:

● Why inaction—not failure—is the biggest regret for leaders

● How “zero-failure cultures” quietly kill growth and innovation

● The power of making irreversible decisions that move you forward

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overanalyzed your next move, or waited for the “perfect” moment—this conversation is your wake-up call. The path forward isn’t clearer—it’s just waiting for you to choose it.

Connect with Amy Lessinger:

Website: https://www.amylessinger.com/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

In this episode, Brittany Greenfield sits down with Lissy Alden to break down the concept of “organizational fitness” and why most teams fail not from lack of vision—but lack of consistent execution. Drawing on sports psychology and real-world leadership, Lissy shares how shifting

your focus from outcomes to daily inputs can unlock confidence, momentum, and long-term performance.

From redefining what “good enough” really means to building habits that actually stick, this conversation challenges the way we think about productivity, leadership, and growth.

Key Takeaways:

● Why “winning the moment” is the key to sustainable success

● How small, repeatable actions build real confidence and momentum

● The difference between activity vs. true accomplishment

If you’ve ever felt stuck chasing perfection or overwhelmed by big goals, this episode will show you how to start small, stay consistent, and build a system that actually works.

Connect with Lissy Alden

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lissy-alden/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

After spending 26 years at Pfizer, Michael Glatts made a bold leap—walking away from corporate life to build something entirely new rooted in design thinking and human-centered innovation. In this episode, he joins host Brittany Greenfield to unpack how embracing

imperfection, challenging the status quo, and adopting an improviser’s mindset can unlock creativity at every level—from individuals to massive organizations.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

● Why “yes, and” is the secret weapon behind real innovation

● How design thinking flips traditional problem-solving on its head

● The importance of self-awareness in getting out of your own way

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to start, this conversation will show you why “good enough” might be exactly what you need to move forward.

Connect with Michael Glatts

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelaglatts/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

In this eye-opening conversation, Brittany sits down with HR veteran and author Barry Wolfe to unpack the broken systems behind modern leadership, performance reviews, and workplace culture. From driving forklifts at 13 in his father’s factory to challenging decades of HR dogma, Barry shares why most employees are not failing because they are bad at their jobs, but because leaders never clearly define what winning actually means.

Together, they explore why personality tests became a billion-dollar business, how businesses confuse activity with outcomes, and what leaders can do instead to build teams that thrive.

In this episode:
• Why “perfect employee” thinking hurts organizations
• The surprising question every new hire wants answered
• How defining outcomes instead of tasks changes everything
• Why empathy at work starts with clarity, not psychology

If you’ve ever felt lost at work, frustrated as a leader, or trapped chasing perfection, this episode will completely change the way you think about success.

Connect with Barry Wolfe

Website: https://www.argoshr.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-wolfe-hr/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

In this episode of Good Enough, host Brittany Greenfield sits down with business strategist, leadership expert, and bestselling author Meridith Elliott Powell to challenge one of the most common leadership myths: that great leaders always have the answers. Instead, Meridith reveals why the organizations that thrive through disruption are the ones that embrace uncertainty, ask better questions, and empower their teams to find the way forward together.

From navigating AI and rapid change to building resilient teams and making confident decisions without perfect information, this conversation is packed with practical strategies for leaders who are ready to stop waiting and start moving.

In This Episode:

● Why uncertainty can become your greatest competitive advantage

● How a clear vision creates confidence—even when the path changes

● The leadership skill that's more powerful than having all the answers

● Why listening to your team and customers unlocks innovation

● How to build resilient organizations in the age of AI and constant disruption

The future belongs to leaders who are willing to move before every answer is known. When you replace fear with curiosity and perfection with progress, uncertainty becomes the place where extraordinary things begin.

Because the greatest risk isn't uncertainty—it's standing still while the world moves forward.

Connect with Meridith Elliott Powell

https://www.meridithelliottpowell.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/meridithelliottpowell

Podcast: Sales Logic

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

In this episode of Good Enough, host Brittany Greenfield sits down with strategist and advisor Jeff Munn to unpack why so many leaders get trapped in analysis paralysis and how clarity isn't something you find—it's something you create. Together, they explore how to stop waiting for

perfect conditions, make peace with uncertainty, and build extraordinary futures one small experiment at a time.

From decision fatigue and overthinking to perfectionism and burnout, Jeff shares practical insights for leaders who know what they need to do—but can't seem to take the next step.

In This Episode:

● Why fear can actually be a sign that you're ready

● The hidden cost of waiting for perfect clarity

● How to make progress with small, low-risk experiments

● Why "good enough" often leads to extraordinary outcomes

● The power of learning through action instead of endless planning

The future isn't built in one giant leap. It's created through small decisions, courageous experiments, and a willingness to move forward before everything is perfectly clear.

Because sometimes the bravest thing you can do is take the next step before you have all the answers.

Connect with Jeff Munn

Website: https://jmunn.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffmunn/

Connect with Brittany Greenfield

Website: https://www.wabbi.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield

What if your hardest moment became your greatest catalyst?

In this powerful conversation, Brittany Greenfield sits down with Erica Rothenberger—engineer, entrepreneur, speaker, and survivor—to explore how resilience is built in real time. After surviving a violent assault, Erica didn’t just rebuild—she expanded, redefining what it means to lead, live, and show up boldly.

Together, they unpack the myth of “doing it all alone” and reveal how vulnerability, grit, and audacity can transform both personal and professional growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Why vulnerability is a leadership superpower—not a weakness

• How to turn adversity into aligned expansion

• The truth about high performance behind the scenes

If you’ve ever felt like you had to hold it all together, this episode is your permission to

rise—messy, bold, and unapologetically you.

Connect with Brittany: 

https://www.brittanygreenfield.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield/

Connect with Erica Rothenberger: https://www.erikarothenberger.com/

Podcast: Grit, Grace, & Glitz

Together, they explore what it really takes to follow through when motivation fades, how discipline differs from consistency, and why most people fall short just before they break through.

Key Takeaways:

● Why consistency—not intensity—creates lasting success

● The difference between discipline and repeatable habits

● How to stay committed when emotions try to derail you

If you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, or close to giving up—this conversation will challenge you to rethink what’s possible.

Connect with Brittany: 

https://www.brittanygreenfield.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield/

Connect with Rob Stein: https://robstein.com/

In this episode, Brittany Greenfield sits down with executive coach and listening expert Christine Miles to unpack why listening is one of the most overlooked leadership skills and why poor listening may be quietly costing companies, relationships, and teams more than they realize.

Christine shares how her childhood experiences, therapy background, and years working with organizations led her to create The Listening Path, a practical framework for turning listening into a learnable skill. Together, they explore the surprising ways our brains distort communication, why experience can actually make us worse listeners, and how asking two simple questions can completely change the way we connect.

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• Why listening is a brain problem, not an ear problem
• The real cost of miscommunication in business and relationships
• How empathy is built through better questions
• Why “tell me more” may be the most powerful phrase in leadership
• How AI and modern work culture are making listening even more essential

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, frustrated in meetings, or stuck in conversations that go nowhere, this episode will change the way you think about communication forever.

Because good enough listening is not about getting it perfect. It’s about making the other person feel heard.

Connect with Brittany: 

https://www.brittanygreenfield.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield/

Connect with Christine:
https://www.instagram.com/christine.miles.listens/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelisteningguide/

In this solo episode, Brittany Greenfield—founder, builder, and self-proclaimed perfectionist—pulls back the curtain on the hidden cost of perfectionism and why it quietly sabotages progress. Drawing from her experience building a cybersecurity company, Brittany shares the moment she realized perfection wasn’t productive—it was procrastination in

disguise—and how embracing “good enough” became the key to execution, clarity, and growth.

This episode reframes what it means to lead, build, and succeed in a world obsessed with polish—offering a more grounded, repeatable path forward.

Key takeaways:

● Why perfectionism drains time, energy, and momentum (and what to do instead)

● The power of defining “done”—including the 70% rule and time-boxing your work

● How stacking small wins creates confidence, clarity, and real progress

If you’ve been stuck overthinking, over-editing, or waiting for the “perfect” moment—this is your permission to move.

Because success isn’t built on perfection—it’s built one “done” at a time.

Connect with Brittany: 

https://www.brittanygreenfield.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanygreenfield/

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