6 \\ Setting Boundaries: Strategies for Finding Balance and Managing Work-Life in Corporate America | A Conversation with Two Millennial Working Moms

Being Better Everyday Podcast

In this Being Better Everyday podcast episode, Julie Wenzlick and Lauren discuss the challenges of setting boundaries and managing work-life balance in corporate America. They share personal experiences and strategies for managing calendars, prioritizing self-care, and maintaining boundaries in their careers. Julie emphasizes the need for boundaries to stay grounded and present in life, while Lauren shares her strategies for managing her calendar and prioritizing non-negotiable appointments.

They also discuss the importance of self-care, finding a career path that allows for autonomy, and advocating for oneself. They highlight the need to disconnect from work during vacations and communicate boundaries to colleagues and clients. Overall, they emphasize the importance of prioritizing personal time and mental health in the corporate world.

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Episode Outline:

Setting Boundaries in Corporate America [00:00:51]

Managing Calendars and Workflows [00:05:41]

Managing Workload and Taking Breaks [00:09:47]

Setting Boundaries with Workload [00:10:37]

Personal Boundaries and Communication [00:11:45]

Setting Boundaries and Autonomy [00:19:20]

Sharing Personal Challenges with Leaders [00:21:21]

Saying No and Prioritizing [00:23:09]

Advocating for Self [00:28:44]

Setting Boundaries with Communication [00:30:46]

Boundaries with Vacations [00:35:44]

Setting Boundaries and Disconnecting [00:38:50]

Finding Relaxation and Shutting the Brain [00:39:40]

Personal Boundaries and Mental Health [00:42:40]