Communicate to Lead

107. 5 Powerful Scripts for Setting Boundaries Without Guilt | Leadership Communication Skills


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In this episode of Communicate to Lead, Kele Belton shares 5 practical boundary-setting scripts that help women leaders protect their time and energy without feeling guilty. 

Learn how to decline unnecessary meetings, redirect misaligned requests, manage your capacity, empower your team's decision-making, and set clear communication expectations. These word-for-word scripts will transform your leadership effectiveness while maintaining strong professional relationships.

What You'll Learn:

  • Why setting boundaries is especially challenging for women in leadership positions
  • Brené Brown's simple yet powerful definition of boundaries from "Dare to Lead"
  • 5 ready-to-use scripts for common boundary-setting scenarios in leadership
  • Implementation strategies to make these scripts work even when uncomfortable
  • How clear boundaries actually improve professional relationships

Key Quotes:

  • "The most effective leaders aren't the ones who say yes to everything. They're the ones who protect their time, energy, and focus by setting clear boundaries."
  • "Boundaries aren't about building walls; they're about creating clarity."
  • "Clear boundaries actually improve relationships because they replace resentment with respect and confusion with clarity."

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Connect with Kele for more leadership insights: 

  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/ 
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/ 
  • Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com 
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