The Power of No: Boundaries, Growth & Trusting Your Gut

In this sixth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is talking all about boundaries — something that so many business owners struggle with, especially when it comes to saying no.

She explores what boundaries actually look like in business, how to get more comfortable with saying no (without feeling guilty), and why it’s such a powerful step in protecting your time, energy and growth.

If you’ve ever found yourself overcommitted, undervalued, or just burnt out from trying to do everything — this one’s for you.

⏱️ Timestamps & Topics:

00:00 – The Importance of Boundaries in Business
Why boundaries matter more than ever in today’s business culture.

05:51 – Listening to Your Gut
How intuition can guide decision making — and help you spot red flags early.

12:01 – Practical Ways to Set Boundaries
From setting client expectations to protecting your calendar — real-life ways to put boundaries in place.

17:57 – Final Thoughts on Boundaries and Growth
A reminder that saying no is often about saying yes to yourself — and your values.

🧠 Key Takeaways:

• Saying no is often the key to true growth.

• If you're trying to be everything to everyone, you're nothing to anyone.

• Listening to your gut helps you make better decisions.

• You don’t always have to justify your no.

• Boundaries are a form of self-respect, not selfishness.

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