Episode 98: Avoiding Unpaid Work: How to Protect Your Time and Energy
Unpaid work can sneak up on us- taking on extra tasks, solving problems. Sometimes that is driven by imposter syndrome and trying to prove our worth by doing it all. Sometimes it's a trauma response; no one can do it as efficiently.
But here’s the truth: saying “yes” to everything doesn’t make us better doctors, it just leaves us drained. Instead of asking, “Can I do this?” it’s time to start asking, “Should I?” or “Do I even want to?”
The best way to prevent unpaid work is awareness. This episode will help you:
Understand why overcommitting feels rewarding at first but leads to burnout in the long run.
Reframe how you approach requests to confidently say “no”.
Prioritize your energy and protect your career.
If you’ve been carrying the weight of everyone else’s problems at work, it’s time to take a step back. Learn how to reclaim your time and focus on what truly matters.
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