How can you protect your team's focus to avoid burnout?

Hey remoter — Samantha here 👋

Last week, I caught up with a friend who manages a remote team. She was complaining about something I’ve heard way too many times:

"My team is struggling to set boundaries - they’re burning out. I want them to protect their time but I’ve noticed a few of them feel guilty saying no."

Sound familiar?

Remote work should mean more flexibility and focus. But too often, it turns into an always-available, always-working culture.

Let’s fix that.

In 5 mins or less, you’ll learn👇

> How to help your team set boundaries without guilt.
> 3 simple shifts to protect focus time and prevent burnout.
> How saying “no” (the right way) can actually boost productivity.

Plus, I’m sharing a challenge that will instantly free up some of your time this week. ⏳

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Let’s talk about boundaries👩🏻‍💻

Back to that conversation with my friend…

She was telling me that her team feel like they can’t push back, especially with other more senior team members.

So, I asked her: “what would happen if they said no?”

She paused. “…honestly? nothing - and I’ve told them this many times”

🚨 Here’s the real issue: Most remote workers aren’t drowning in work because they have to be…they’re drowning because they don’t feel like they have permission not to be.

I gave her three simple shifts to help her team set boundaries without guilt: