Negotiate Anything The ‘Nice Person’ Trap: How to Set Firm and Healthy Boundaries – with Jamila Brown
Feb 15, 2025
Jamila Brown, a career consultant and co-founder of The 5 Minute Career Hack, shares her expertise in setting healthy boundaries at work. She emphasizes how boundary-setting is essential for career success and personal well-being. Through relatable anecdotes, Jamila discusses the interconnectedness of personal and professional life, revealing how this awareness can prevent burnout. Listeners learn proactive strategies for effective communication and negotiation, empowering them to overcome the challenges faced by 'nice people' in advocating for their needs.
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Early Boundaries
- Set boundaries early and consistently, starting with your resume and throughout your career.
- Clearly communicate your needs and expectations regarding work hours, resources, and communication preferences.
Leverage Your Value
- If you are a high performer, recognize your value and leverage.
- Don't hesitate to ask for resources, boundary adjustments, or support.
Intertwined Lives
- Burnout often stems from viewing work and personal life as separate entities.
- When pressure increases in one area, it impacts the other, leading to increased stress.
