I seem to be unable to say no to extra hours--and I'm burning out. Any advice?
Kay
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January 23rd, 2009 at 10:21 am
Be honest and say “im getting burnt out” you cant be expected to pick up extra hours every week. Just say no! dont be afraid. if you dont speak up for yourself noone else will! so speak up!
January 23rd, 2009 at 11:00 pm
First of all don’t answer your phone when work calls, and wait for a voicemail to see what it is concerning. That way, if they calling for extra hours you don’t have to call back.
January 24th, 2009 at 3:16 am
Read up on Assertiveness.
It’s easy to feel guilty for saying “no” in the short term – but who’s going to feel guilty about your burn out in the long term?
January 24th, 2009 at 11:38 am
They will use you all up and ruin your health if you let them! You have to protect yourself FIRST….that’s your priority, not theirs. Remember that it’s their job to staff the place with a warm body and that is their only concern.