Everything looks messy in the middle

Imagine you finally overcame your agonizing “what if” syndrome and jumped into something new. It should all be easy now, right? No fast, my friend. Buckle up because you’re headed straight for the “messy middle”. That’s the time when things start to go a little differently than you may have anticipated. At that point, you can’t even remember why you thought this was a good idea in the first place! It happens to all of us. It’s why so many of us have unfinished projects or why we sometimes dread starting new ones. But dancing with the inevitable messy middle matters. Because the magic of any project is right there. In this episode, you’ll discover how to take your ideas from start to finish and navigate the mess in the middle. Listen in… Show Highlights Include How knowing this universal rule helps you to create the bulletproof mindset you need for successfully finishing any project (0:38) The sneaky way your “what if syndrome” sabotages your success when you start something new ( and how to overcome the resistance) (8:45) The “Messy Middle Blueprint” to smashing any new project you set your mind to (11:51) Why done is always better than perfect (even if you’re not 100% satisfied with the result) (18:28) **FREE RESOURCES, & SOCIAL LINKS*** Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5 Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/ Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 Join 30 Days to Vibrant Energy: www.brilliant-balance.com/energy

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You deserve a big, full life and the freedom to enjoy it. The Brilliant Balance Podcast helps women in leadership design their next chapter for sustainable success—without burnout. Every week, host Cherylanne Skolnicki, a leading expert in work-life balance, leadership growth, and mindset coaching, shares ideas, inspiration, and insights to help high-achieving women align their ambition with personal fulfillment. Through conversations on leadership mindset, time management, and personal growth, you'll gain the tools to thrive in both your career and personal life. Whether you're considering a career pivot or craving more time for your personal life, you might find yourself asking: How do I advance my career—without working 24/7? Can I achieve my goals while still having time for my family? How do I stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control? What’s next for me—and how do I design it intentionally? If you’ve ever wondered how to fulfill your potential without breaking your life, this podcast is for you. In addition to sharing her own insights, Cherylanne sits down with experts, thought leaders, and ambitious women who reveal their strategies for burnout recovery, productivity for women, and redefining success on their terms. You’ll love the Brilliant Balance Podcast if you like podcasts like: Unlocking Us or Dare to Lead with Brene Brown, Women at Work by Harvard Business Review, The Midlife with Reshma Saujani, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, The Mel Robbins Podcast, HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi