Setting Boundaries
When faced with added responsibilities that fall outside of one's defined role, it's crucial to recognize that people will treat you based on the boundaries you set. Open, honest communication is key; a direct conversation can help clarify expectations and alleviate the burden of unsolicited tasks. Taking ownership of how you allow others to treat you can empower you to reclaim your time and responsibilities.In this clip
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How should I handle a situation where I feel frustrated with a manager who rarely gives me the space to explain and often asserts herself during presentations? I'm proud that I recognize I need to adjust to her behavior, but will this change help her loosen her resistance too?
How should I approach my relationship with one manager at work who rarely gives me the space to explain and often asserts herself in the middle of presentations, as discussed in the episode The Power Of Possible - Kat Cole | The Knowledge Project 117 and the clip Leading Former Peers? I'm going to change how I've been acting—I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. She has a different approach, and while it's useful in some ways, it's also frustrating. I'm proud that I recognize I need to adjust to her behavior. Will changing my approach help her loosen her resistance too?
How can I handle this situation better?