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January 15, 2025 39 mins

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Ready to master professional boundaries in engineering? In this power-packed episode of Engineering Our Future, we break down the essential strategies every engineer needs to set and maintain healthy work boundaries. As someone who's navigated both consulting and leadership roles, we know firsthand that boundary-setting can make or break your engineering career. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder or launching your consulting practice, you'll discover tested techniques for creating unshakeable work-life boundaries without sacrificing your professional impact. We share our proven framework for communicating boundaries effectively, plus real examples from our engineering journeys that you can implement immediately. Join us as we explore how to build a sustainable engineering career while maintaining strong professional relationships - all through the power of strategic boundary-setting.

Detailed Content Sections

[00:00:00] Introduction - Setting the stage for boundary discussions in engineering careers

[00:09:57] Understanding Boundaries - Exploring different types of professional boundaries

[00:21:33] Communication Strategies - How to effectively communicate your boundaries

[00:26:56] Team Dynamics - Balancing individual boundaries with team needs

[00:30:02] Setting Boundaries Framework - Three-step process for establishing boundaries

[00:33:34] Work-Life Integration - Managing boundaries in consulting environments

[00:37:20] Final Thoughts - Implementing boundaries while maintaining professional growth

Key Insights and Takeaways

"Boundaries are really taking care of ourselves. But in order to set boundaries, we need to know about ourselves."

Main Lessons Learned:

Effective boundaries require clear communication and consistency

Different career phases may require different boundary approaches

Team success and personal boundaries can coexist harmoniously

Action Items for Listeners:

Define your non-negotiable boundaries

Schedule a boundary-setting discussion with your supervisor

Create a system for maintaining consistent boundaries

Develop strategies for communicating boundary adjustments

Resources Mentioned:

Engineering Our Future Newsletter: [luisfelipeduque.com/newsletter](http://luisfelipeduque.com/newsletter)

Contact Information: [luisfelipeduque.com/contact](http://luisfelipeduque.com/contact)



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