Every new manager has the potential to hit the same wall: burnout.

The workload is real — but the thing that tips you over is a boundary problem you probably don't even see.

In this episode, Jen breaks down the 3 boundaries new managers need to prevent burnout:

↳ Upward boundaries — When your boss keeps adding scope and after-hours demands ↳ Downward boundaries — When you absorb your team's problems and underperformance ↳ Lateral boundaries — When you volunteer for peer requests and committee work

Overfunctioning isn't dedication. It's a boundary failure — and on top of an already heavy workload, it leads straight to burnout.

If you're noticing early burnout symptoms like chronic exhaustion, resentment toward your team, or the feeling that everything depends on you, this is the episode to listen to before it gets worse.

Whether you're a first-time manager, a newly promoted team lead, or someone stepping into leadership development for the first time, these boundary strategies will help you protect your energy and actually lead instead of just surviving.

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