Setting boundaries at work sounds simple in theory - just say no, right? But in practice, it's far more complex, especially if you're someone who takes pride in being reliable and going above and beyond. So where's the line between being a dedicated professional and burning yourself out? Today, Melody gets into this question with Dr. Sharon Martin, a licensed psychotherapist who has spent 25 years helping perfectionists and people-pleasers reclaim their lives through better boundaries. Whether you're struggling to say no to yet another project, feeling guilty about not answering emails at midnight, or wondering if your helpfulness has crossed into unhealthy territory, this episode will give you practical strategies for setting and maintaining boundaries that stick.

You’ll Discover:

▪️ How perfectionism and people-pleasing tendencies can sabotage your ability to set healthy boundaries.

▪️ The hidden signs of perfectionism at work and how they manifest in your professional life.

▪️ Strategies to set and maintain boundaries that stick, without feeling guilty or inadequate.

▪️ How to identify your needs and create boundaries that align with your personal values and goals.

▪️ Tips for handling pushback and maintaining your boundaries in high-pressure environments.

▪️ The importance of viewing boundary-setting as a form of self-care that benefits both you and those around you.

About Dr. Sharon Martin

Dr. Sharon Martin is a licensed psychotherapist and author specializing in codependency recovery. For the past 25 years, she’s been helping perfectionists and people-pleasers overcome self-doubt, embrace their imperfections, and learn to set boundaries. Dr. Martin is the author of four self-help books including The CBT Workbook for Perfectionism and The Better Boundaries Workbook. She also writes the popular blog Conquering Codependency for Psychology Today and has been featured in various media outlets including PsychCentral, Web MD, Women’s World, and Highly Sensitive Refuge. https://www.livewellwithsharonmartin.com/ 

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Ever feel like you don't command attention in meetings, even when you know your ideas are solid? Or maybe you've been told you need more "executive presence," but you're not even sure what that means. In this episode, Melody demystifies executive presence, breaking it down into three practical elements that anyone can master, regardless of personality type. 

What You'll Discover:

• The three-element framework that makes "executive presence" less mysterious and more achievable
• The best time to speak up in meetings for maximum impact 
• How to make your point in half the time (without leaving out what matters)
• The "So What Ladder" technique that instantly makes your ideas more compelling to senior leaders

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Are you ready to step up as a leader, even without a formal title? In this episode of Psychology at Work, Melody Wilding is joined by Eddie Turner, a Harvard-trained leadership expert, to discuss what it truly means to be an emerging leader. Tune in to learn how to navigate the nuanced transition from team member to influential leader in your organization.

You’ll Discover: 

• What defines an emerging leader and how to identify if you’re on the path.

• Ten unexpected categories of emerging leadership that go beyond traditional definitions.

• Practical tips for increasing your visibility and making an impact, especially in remote work settings.

• How to adopt a "we, not me" mentality that resonates with executives and peers alike.

• Strategies for dealing with unsupportive bosses and expanding your influence inside and outside your organization.

Eddie Turner is an in-demand Harvard-trained leadership development at all organizational levels. He is listed on several industry rankings with distinguished thought leaders and holds numerous certifications as a coach, facilitator, trainer, and speaker. He works as an executive coach for both experienced and emerging leaders. Eddie is the author of the internationally bestselling book, “140 Simple Messages to Guide Emerging Leaders.” He has been featured in global print, radio, and television media such as The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CNN, NPR, and ABC. https://eddieturnerllc.com/ 

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Is your organization going through yet another restructure or re-organization? Whether you're leading through changes or feeling at the mercy of them, former NYC media executives turned leadership coaches Jackie Ghedine and Mimi Bishop are heer to share insider wisdom for finding hidden opportunities amid chaos. 

You’ll discover: ▪️ The subtle warning signs of an impending reorganization that most people miss

▪️ Why looking outside your department might save your career during times of change

▪️ Unspoken rules about handling anxiety when you're leading a team through change

▪️ How to rebuild trust after a major organizational shift (without overpromising)

About Today’s Guests

Jackie Ghedine and Mimi Bishop are the co-founders of MGXW Consulting and co-producers of The ReImagine Conference. MGXW Consulting specializes in leadership consulting and training that builds relationship-focused, results-driven leaders and teams resulting in creating collaborative and innovative work environments essential for today's modern workplaces.

Connect With Today’s Guests

MGXW Consulting: https://www.mgxwconsulting.com/ 

The Consistency Checklist: https://www.subscribepage.com/checklist

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Early bird enrollment is now open for the next cohort of Melody’s signature program RESILIENT! Save $500 for a limited time: https://melodywilding.com/resilient 

Being the person everyone counts on sounds like a strength – until it's not. That constant drive to anticipate others’ needs, smooth over conflicts, and make sure everyone's happy isn't just exhausting – it's undermining your career growth. In this episode, Melody exposes the sophisticated survival strategy of people-pleasing at work, and why so many high-achievers struggle to break free from it. This episode offers concrete strategies to transform these patterns into deep confidence.

🚨 Early bird enrollment is now open for the next cohort of Melody’s signature program RESILIENT! Save $500 for a limited time: melodywilding.com/resilient 

Work has a way of taking over our lives, especially when we're passionate about what we do. In this episode, we dive into the telltale signs you might be too emotionally invested in your job and what to do about it. From taking criticism personally to compulsively checking emails during family dinner, we explore why high achievers often struggle to maintain healthy boundaries with work. 

You'll discover practical strategies to protect your well-being without dimming your drive, including how to create effective transitions between work and home life, handle feedback more objectively, and build an identity that exists beyond your job title. 

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Do you often feel like you're experiencing work at a different level of intensity? Maybe you notice subtle dynamics others miss, need more time to process information, or feel overwhelmed by open offices and back-to-back meetings. If you've ever been told you're "quit taking things personally" or that you need to "toughen up" at work, this episode will be an eye-opener. Join Melody and licensed psychotherapist April Snow as they explore what it means to be a highly sensitive person (HSP) and driven in your career. 

You’ll discover: 

▪️ The surprising advantages of being "too sensitive" at work

▪️ How to leverage your heightened awareness without burning out

▪️ The quick practice that can reset your overstimulated nervous system

▪️ How to frame your needs to bosses without seeming high-maintenance

About April Snow, LMFT

April Snow, LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist, author, and podcast host in California. She specializes in working with highly sensitive people to help calm the storm of overwhelm, anxiety, and self-doubt to allow their innate sensitive strengths to shine through. Find April's books, podcast, free workshops and other HSP resources at https://www.sensitivestrengths.com 

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Drawing from years of coaching experience, Melody breaks down why the end of the year is a crucial time for positioning yourself for success, but not in the ways you might think. 

Melody also announces her upcoming "Promotion Playbook" masterclass, a three-day event December 4th-6th where she'll be sharing specific strategies for turning these insights into action. The masterclass is available as a bonus for those who pre-order her new book "Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge” at https://managingup.com.

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Are you tired of feeling emotionally drained at work? As a leader, you're not just managing your own feelings - you're absorbing your team's stress, navigating office politics, and trying to stay calm under constant pressure. It's exhausting, and sometimes it feels impossible to keep it all together.

In this eye-opening episode, executive coach and author, Dina Denham Smith reveals the hidden emotional demands that leaders face and shares practical strategies to handle them. Drawing from her work with senior leaders at companies like Adobe, Netflix, and PWC, Dina breaks down how to:

• Recognize your emotional triggers before they derail you

• Stop absorbing everyone else's stress while still being supportive

• Handle the pressure of "urgent" demands without burning out

• Navigate difficult conversations with more confidence

• Protect your own wellbeing while supporting your team

About Dina: 

Dina Denham Smith is an executive coach to senior leaders at world-leading brands such as Adobe, Netflix, PwC, Gap, and more. A former business executive herself, she is the founder and CEO of Cognitas Coaching and helps leaders and their teams reach new heights of success. She is the author of Emotionally Charged: How to Lead in the New World of Work (Oxford University Press, 2025). Learn more at https://www.dinadsmith.com/ 

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In this special episode, Melody shares exciting news three years in the making – her new book "Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge" is now available for pre-order. Grab your copy, plus over $300 of bonuses, at https://managingup.com 

You’ll Discover: 

▪️ Why Melody completely rewrote the manuscript four times (and what finally made it click)

▪️ The surprising statistic about how much of your life you'll spend with your boss vs. your family

▪️ What makes this book totally different from typical "managing up" advice

▪️ Your "professional power position" and how it changes everything about your workplace influence

▪️ The ten game-changing conversations that can transform your relationship with those in charge