“All Things Work” Podcast S2 E15
Overcoming Perfectionism and Creating a Supportive Work Environment for Others
Vitale Buford Hardin, CEO of leadership consultancy Vitale & Company, discusses how a perfectionist mindset can negatively impact innovation, trust, and overall well-being in the workplace. Explore recommendations for how organizations can shift from a perfection-driven culture to one that values authenticity, psychological safety, and resilience.
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Vitale Buford Hardin
Vitale Buford Hardin, CEO of Vitale & Company, is a leading expert on perfectionism's impact on corporate culture and individual performance. She works with a wide range of organizations, helping leaders overcome perfectionism and cultivate authenticity, resilience, and effective communication. A pioneer of thought leadership, Vitale has led studies revealing that 85% of workplaces foster perfectionism, affecting 86% of leaders. Overcoming her own struggles with perfectionism and addiction, she became a published author, nationally recognized speaker, and iPEC-certified executive coach. With 15 years of corporate experience, she offers custom trainings, strategic advisory, and performance coaching to help her clients thrive.
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