June 23, 2025

How to Ask For Help at Work WITHOUT Saying "I'm So Busy"

20 minutes

How to Ask for Help at Work Without Saying "I'm So Busy"

Episode Description:

Feeling overwhelmed at work but unsure how to ask your boss for help without sounding disorganized or incapable?

In this episode of Get Organized at Work, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares practical scripts and communication strategies you can use in your 1:1 meetings to ask for support, clarify priorities, and prevent burnout — all without using the dreaded phrase: "I'm so busy."

You'll learn:

✅ What to say instead of “I’m overwhelmed”

✅ How to prepare for proactive 1:1s with your leader

✅ 5 solutions to help you navigate workload conversations with confidence

✅ What you’ll avoid by communicating this way: missed deadlines, last-minute fire drills, and broken trust

Whether you're a healthcare professional, team lead, or ambitious working parent, this episode will help you build stronger communication habits, prevent misalignment, and stay focused on what matters most.

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Keywords:

asking for help at work, how to talk to your boss, overwhelmed at work, 1:1 meeting prep, work prioritization tips, avoid burnout, workplace communication, professional development podcast, healthcare leadership

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By Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt | MPH, MLS (ASCP) SBB, Laboratory Manager, Healthcare Leader, Scientist

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