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Forget Work-Life Balance. Find Harmony Instead.

Oct 29, 2025

For years, we’ve been told to chase work-life balance — that perfect, fragile moment when everything lines up just right.

But what if balance isn’t the goal?

In the latest episode of The Leadership Laboratory, I talk with Lauren Palandino, a continuous improvement expert who offers a refreshing alternative: Work-Life Harmony.

Lauren compares life to a piano:

“Your biggest priorities are the white keys. Your smaller commitments are the black keys. The magic happens when you learn to play chords — not just single notes.”

That mindset helped her navigate one of life’s biggest transitions — returning to work after maternity leave.

In our conversation, Lauren shares:

  • How to let go of perfection without lowering your standards
  • Simple, five-minute habits to find rhythm throughout your day
  • How embracing creativity can actually improve accountability and growth

🎧 Listen to Episode 9 on Apple PodcastsSpotify, or YouTube.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re “playing too many notes at once,” this conversation will help you create a life that feels more like music — uniquely yours.

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