The Perfectionism Paradox: How Letting Go Unlocks Your Potential
Women often feel the weight of impossibly high expectations—from society, from others, and most of all, from themselves. Whether it's striving to be the perfect professional, the perfect parent, the perfect partner, or the perfect version of themselves, perfectionism can silently create self-doubt, burnout, and hesitation in both personal and professional journeys. The truth? Perfectionism can be a roadblock that keeps you from stepping into you full potential with confidence and ease. When we hold ourselves to unattainable standards, we not only diminish our joy but also limit our ability to take risks, embrace new opportunities, and show up as our authentic selves. This empowering session is designed to help you recognize the Perfectionism Trap so you can lead your life with more confidence, clarity, and courage. Through personal reflection, and interactive exercises, you will walk away with practical tools to reframe your mindset, release self-imposed pressure, and step boldly into your personal and professional aspirations.
Together, we’ll explore:
✅ How perfectionism manifests in different areas of life—and its hidden costs
✅ The Perfectionism Bottleneck—how striving for flawlessness slows progress and fuels self-doubt
✅ Practical strategies to shift from perfectionism to progress, allowing for growth, resilience, and self-trust
✅ How embracing imperfection leads to greater joy, confidence, and success
Whether you're navigating your career, relationships, motherhood, or personal growth, this session will give you the permission, mindset shifts, and actionable tools to move forward with confidence. Perfection isn’t the goal—progress, courage, and self-trust are. Join us to embrace a new way of leading your life—one where your worth isn’t measured by flawlessness, but by your willingness to show up as your whole, powerful, and imperfectly perfect self.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
5:30pm to 7:30pm
MAGIA RESTAURANT
126 Newbury Street
Danvers, MA 01923
Member: $20.00
Non-Member: $40.00
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Karen Pambianchi
Karen Pambianchi is an executive leadership coach, workshop facilitator, and strategic team coach with an Associate Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation and an Advanced Certification in Team Coaching.
Karen is recognized for fostering transformative individual growth and facilitating dynamic group interactions that lead to high-impact outcomes, high-performing teams, and meaningful peer-to-peer connections. With a naturally curious approach, she partners with professionals to enhance their leadership presence, communication skills, confidence, and overall professional impact--all while supporting the integration of their personal and professional lives.
Karen leverages her innate talents for listening, collaboration, and problem-solving, and coaching. Across these roles, Karen has consistently prioritized building strong relationships, engaged listening, and fostering self-awareness in others. She empowers individuals to clarify their values and vision, helping them achieve both personal and organizational goals.
Karen has partnered with professionals across diverse industries, including non-profit, healthcare, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, transportation, technology, financial services, education, architecture, construction, and law, as well as with consultants and entrepreneurs. Her work inspires individuals and teams to leverage their strengths, collaborate effectively, and contribute to inclusive, productive, and positive work environments.
As a speaker, Karen is known for her dynamic and engaging presence. Her keynote addresses and breakout sessions have been sought after by industry conferences across New England, including IMFA, NEHRA, NEMA, NH NEA, the NH Center for Nonprofits, NAGGL, and the Main Women's Conference.
When she is not coaching, Karen loves spending time with her husband and two children alpine skiing as a family and using their ski boat in her home state of Maine. She is the loudest one in the stands of her son's hockey, baseball, and football games and loves watching her daughter follow in her dance shoes, performing on stage.
