Burnt Out by Your Own Team? Here’s How to Set Boundaries That Stick

Introduction

If you feel like your staff are running your calendar, your inbox, and your sanity — it’s time to pause.

This isn’t about being a “tough boss.”
It’s about being the kind of leader who sets boundaries before burnout sets in.

In this blog, I’ll walk you through HOW TO:

• Set expectations early

• Reinforce them consistently

• Use simple leadership tools to stay in control without losing connection

1. Burnout Starts With a Lack of Boundaries

You’ve bent the rules to be “nice” – but it’s costing you.

Late shift notes, team group chats at midnight, staff crossing personal lines… all signs that you need a hard reset.

👉 Kindness ≠ over-accommodation

Boundaries keep everyone safer — especially you.

2. Use Structure to Reduce Stress

Systems are what protect your peace.

Start HERE:

• Create a “Working With Us” guide

• Set rules around comms (when, where, and how)

• Assign decision-makers so you’re not the only one being called

It’s not about control — it’s about clarity.

3. Shift Your Role From Helper to Leader

You’re not your staff’s therapist, rescuer or housemate.

You are their leader.

And great leadership means:

• Enforcing what matters

• Letting go of what doesn’t

• Training your team to own their work

👣 Start small: Say “No” once this week to something that isn’t aligned.

4. Check Your Own Habits

Do you respond to texts at 10pm? Skip lunch to handle a staff issue?
They’re watching. And if you don’t respect your time… why would they?

Take a breath. Then take the lead.

Conclusion

Boundaries aren’t barriers — they’re bridges to better business.

You deserve a team that respects your time, your energy and your expectations.