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Don’t Let Bad Boundaries Hold You Back ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ESTABLISH BOUNDARIES + THRIVE Do you often find yourself overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list and having trouble staying focused? Are you struggling to maintain a healthy flow of energy between your work and life? If so, you’re not alone. These challenges are often on the minds of many bosses. But did you know that many of these issues can be traced back to your boundaries? Your boundaries are important in all aspects of your business - from how you prioritize tasks to the way you communicate with your team or clients. If setting and maintaining boundaries feel hard, we get it and we’ve got good news! There are many tools and resources available to help you create and maintain boundaries that support your success from the systems and habits you develop to the expectations you set for yourself and others. We’ve put together a collection of links and resources to help you explore how you can create boundaries that work for you, so let’s dive in! PROTECT YOUR TIME + ENERGY - Boss favorite, Mike Michalowicz shares a reminder that while we may be business owners, we are also human beings, and putting our [well-being first]( has benefits. (article) - Putting your well-being first means something different to everyone. [Defining what it means to you and making it happen]( is crucial to achieving success and purpose in both your work and life. (podcast) - Keeping up with Coachella might not be your thing, but this year’s event has a lot of people talking about [expectations between artists and fans](. (article) - If your to-do list has you feeling overwhelmed, we’ve got you. Developing [a system and some strong habits]( will help you tackle your tasks with ease. (podcast) - Want to be in your zone of genius more often? Great boundaries will help you get there, which could lead to [more fulfillment, less exhaustion, and more profitability](! (article) - Need a little extra help when it comes to creating your boundaries? Check out [this worksheet]( that will guide you through what you want to cultivate and protect. (worksheet) DON'T GET BULL-IED - Some are better at setting boundaries than others and your [zodiac sign]( might hint at if you are the type who can easily speak up for yourself. Hint: The bull has boundaries. (article) - If you are looking to connect with the grounding and stable energy of Taurus while you create or communicate boundaries, [try grabbing a crystal]( that is aligned with the bull. (article)  - It may be Taurus season but the bull has something in store for [every zodiac sign](. Take a look at the overall energy you can expect until May 20th. (article) - Mercury is in the microwave again. Anytime [Mercury goes retrograde](, we get an opportunity to reflect on our boundaries and make sure we are communicating them well. Here’s a guide on what to expect until May 14th. (article) INVEST IN YOUR SELF-CARE* Being boss is about more than taking care of business, it's also about taking care of yourself.  So when it comes to your rest, make the same investment in the tools that help you do it well as you do for those that help you do the work. Cozy Earth crafts luxury goods that transform your lifestyle with a line of women’s loungewear that offers optimal comfort made from responsibly sourced viscose from bamboo.  Cozy Earth will help you feel like a boss, comfortably and cozily as you work from home, get some shuteye, or travel for work. [Get 35% off sitewide with code BEINGBOSS at cozyearth.com >>]( *This is sponsored by our friends at Cozy Earth. WHAT'S FRESH - Shopify is joining the AI game with Shopify Magic, [artificial intelligence designed for commerce]( and helping you write high-quality product descriptions in seconds. (article) - Finally, an IG update that you won’t dread! Instagram launched the ability to [add up to five links]( in your bio. (article) - The trials and tribulations of Twitter have continued on with issues around the new offering of [Twitter Blue]( and users wonder if it is even legal. (article) - We’ve been talking about an impending recession for a while now. If you are looking for a hint on which way the economy could go, keep your eye on the U.S. debt ceiling. [Goldman Sachs predicts]( the nation may surpass its borrowing authority sooner than expected. (article) Do you feel uneasy about the role of AI in your creative work and business operations? In this episode, Emily sits down with author Tasha L. Harrison to chat about the ethics of using technology in your work. They explore the intersection of technology and ethics, the helpful and creepy sides of AI, and how to harness the power of AI while staying true to your values. [LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE]( UPCOMING EVENTS Want access to a community of bosses and live events? Join us for our monthly Monday Meet-Up held on the first Monday of every month to troubleshoot your struggles and celebrate your wins. Get shit done thanks to a little extra accountability during our coworking sessions and more! Check out [our events page]( to see all upcoming events and [join us in the FREE Being Boss Community](. [CHECK OUT OUR EVENTS]( THAT'S A WRAP! Love this email? [Share it with a friend!]( Or reply with a love note; we love getting those. Hate it? [Click here to remove yourself from the Brewed list](, but still get updates from Being Boss. 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