
 How to Be Awesome at Your Job
 How to Be Awesome at Your Job 287: Establishing Motivation, Intention, and Boundaries Like a Boss with Emily Thompson and Kathleen Shannon (Hosts of the Being Boss podcast)
 Apr 16, 2018 
 Emily Thompson and Kathleen Shannon, hosts of the Being Boss podcast, share their insights as successful business owners. They discuss the power of setting monthly intentions to enhance focus and fulfillment. Setting and maintaining boundaries in the workplace is a key topic, emphasizing clear communication for healthier relationships. The duo also touches on finding creative support in community and the journey of self-belief, encouraging listeners to define success on their own terms and embrace experimentation to boost confidence. 
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Define Your Own Success
- Success and its path are unique to each person; blueprints rarely work universally.
- Define success on your own terms and navigate your journey accordingly.
Trust Decisions and Values
- Trust yourself that any decision, right or wrong, will guide you where you need to go.
- Knowing and living your values is foundational to setting boundaries in work and life.
Set Email and Self Boundaries
- Stop checking email during evenings and weekends to set firm boundaries and protect personal time.
- Schedule meetings with yourself daily to prioritize self-care and boost productivity.




