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The secret to protecting your time (without feeling selfish)
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How to Set Boundaries That Protect Your Focus and Energy Hey Reader, I don't know about you, but sometimes I feel like my workday gets hijacked by other people’s needs. Does this sound familiar? You sit down to tackle your priorities, but before you know it, you're answering “quick” requests, putting out fires, or saying “yes” to things that weren’t on your radar. The result? You’re exhausted, frustrated, and wondering where the day went. I've found that the solution is setting better boundaries. Setting boundaries isn’t about being rude or unavailable — it’s about protecting your focus and energy so you can get things done without burnout. It's like building a beautiful fence that defines and protects your yard. Here are a few simple ways to start: ✔ Time-Block Like a Boss – Set specific times for focused work, email responses, and meetings. Protect your deep work time like an important client appointment — because it is that imporant! ✔ Use a Go-To Phrase – If you struggle to say no, try: "I’d love to help, but I’m fully booked right now. Can we revisit this next week?" or "I can’t take this on, but here’s a resource that might help!" ✔ Train Others to Respect Your Time – If family or friends interrupt your work hours, set clear expectations: "I’m working until [time], but after that, I’m all yours!" Want more strategies and real-life scripts to make this even easier? I’ve got you covered in this week’s blog post: Click here to read it over on my website. You’ve got important work to do. Let’s make sure you have the time and space to actually do it. 💪 Your Action Step this WeekChoose one boundary to set or reinforce this week. It could be blocking out time for deep work, saying no to something that drains your energy, or setting clearer expectations with those around you. Commit to it today and see how it changes your week! Hit reply and tell me what one boundary you're committing to this week. I'd love to cheer you on!
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WFH Tip: To WIN working from home, stay connected! You may be home alone, but it's not healthy to isolate yourself. Make it a point to call or text a friend. Network. Or, even better, find a tribe of like-minded WFHers that you can count on for support and understanding. Grit & Grace Affirmation of the WeekThis is my life, and I'm the only one who has to live it. I walk and act with purpose. I am capable of making a positive impact. Say it. Believe it. Be it. From the book Badass Affirmations by Becca Anderson I hope you enjoyed this week's newsletter. Thank you for linking arms and being part of my working from home tribe! I'll be back next week with more tips, inspiration, and other fun stuff to empower your WFH success. Until then, have a beautiful week! xoxo, P.S. It's my goal to inspire you and remind you of your greatness as we navigate WFH life together. If you loved this week's newsletter, please feel free to forward it to your friends!
April 6, 2025 | Coach Michele Peterson |
Coach Michele Peterson
Get my best tips and insights on productivity, confidence, balance, and connection ... learned from 15 years of successfully working from home. Long-term WFH is a CHOICE, a lifestyle, a CULTURE. And I believe that if you're going to do something, you should do it right. But you don't have to do it alone. Activate your free subscription to The Tenacious WFH Entrepreneur newsletter so that you get your weekly dose of grit and grace to keep you going by entering your email address below.
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