Posted by Setting boundaries at work means creating healthy professional practices for yourself. Setting and maintaining these boundaries can help you better manage your personal and professional lives and keep you happy and productive at work.
It’s important to know how to set boundaries if you’re struggling with establishing limits and communicating your needs at work.
In this article, we will share 3 suggestions that allow you to leave the office each day feeling happy and content.
1. Disregard small talk
Endless chatter can steal precious productivity. Take back your time and decide. If contributing or speaking up is required for your job, incorporate it into your daily schedule, but try to do it on your own schedule. This implies that if you’re working on a task that demands your whole focus, don’t just give up on it because your co-worker wants your general advice on the best way to reach out to new clients.
Instead, set aside 15 to 20 minutes during the day (perhaps during a time when your cognitive function is lower) to review everything and adjust as necessary. Inform your teammates that they can come to your desk, send you an email, or message you directly (whichever you prefer, to get your immediate attention.)
2. Improve your time management and workflow
This could be a significant challenge for you, depending on your role. If your work requires you to collaborate with others and wait for materials from them before moving forward, all you need is to be able to better organize your time!
However, you can typically take steps to facilitate your own workflow.
Examine your schedule: Can you skip any of the meetings that are listed there? What about time blocks? Is it possible for you to put a few on your calendar so that no one books unnecessary time with you?
Next, examine your workflow. Is a new to-do list necessary?
3. Learn how to say no, for real though
While we’re talking about taking control of the situation, setting boundaries is exactly that!
Saying “no, not now” doesn’t have to mean closing the door permanently. There are other options.
But, if it’s your boss asking you for something, you’ll probably want to tread a bit more lightly. The problem is that, if you can effectively set boundaries by putting the first two recommendations into practice, you’ll have more freedom to satisfy your manager’s demands and then some.
Most of the time, work involves juggling time management. You’ll be happier the sooner you learn to value your time and establish boundaries that let you do just that.
And the happier you are, the more productive and better performing. Setting limits is wise; it’s not selfish.
Related article: Working From Home? Here’s How to Establish Work-Life Boundaries
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