Often times its difficult for us to set boundaries at work because we care more about what people think, we don’t want to disappoint anyone and we want everyone to like us. Hopefully getting a sense of where your classmates are in this area helps you know that you're not alone in this!

We’re going to take some time to review best practices for Establishing Healthy Work Boundaries – so it can become a much more manageable process for you as you progress in your career. Why do we at OMD think you should set boundaries? Here are are few of the benefits of setting boundaries at work:

Benefits of Boundaries

(from https://positivepsychology.com/great-self-care-setting-healthy-boundaries/ )

• Good mental health 
• Good emotional health 
• Developed Identity 
• Avoid burnout  
• Influence workplace culture 

Healthy boundaries support mental and emotional health by avoiding feelings of resentment and anger. Healthy boundaries help support your identity as a leader who maintains balance and prioritizes wellness while offering an example to others. Overall - Healthy boundaries are a crucial component of self-care. That’s because in work or in our personal relationships, poor boundaries lead to resentment, anger, and burnout.

Please a few minutes to read the tips for setting healthy boundaries in the Powerpoint below: