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Episode 473: The Power of No and Assertive Communication with Alex Stark

podcast Oct 15, 2024
The Power of No and Assertive Communication with Alex Stark

It’s okay to say NO. Setting boundaries isn’t selfish—it’s essential! In today’s episode, I sit down with Alex Stark, a top executive coach specializing in burnout prevention and radical responsibility. Alex shares invaluable insights on recognizing burnout, setting boundaries, and the crucial role of nervous system regulation. We explore simple yet powerful strategies like single-tasking and the underrated power of saying no. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or constantly on edge, don’t miss this episode. Tune in and take the first step toward a more balanced life!

We cover: 

  • How to recognize signs of burnout, such as chronic fatigue, reduced productivity, and emotional disconnection
  • How to distinguish between hard and soft boundaries, communicate them clearly, and adjust as needed for balance
  • The importance of prioritizing nervous system awareness through wellness activities and mindfulness practices for improved focus and efficiency
  • The need to acknowledge that while challenges may not be your fault, managing them is your responsibility through consistent behavior changes and personal accountability

CONNECT WITH ALEX: 

Website: www.alexstarkcoaching.com

Instagram: @talktoalexstark

Free resources:

FREE Burnout Self-Assessment: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/667c1b8c48a3620015c2da38

A Guide to Midfulness as a Mom in Executive Leadership: https://www.alexstarkcoaching.com/store/p/a-guide-to-mindfulness-for-moms-in-executive-leadership-1

How to Avoid Imposter Syndrome as an Executive Mom: https://www.alexstarkcoaching.com/store/p/how-to-avoid-imposter-syndrome-as-an-executive-mom

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Holly Marie Haynes

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Holly Marie Haynes

Business strategist, host of the Crush the Rush™ Podcast, and founder of Anti-Social School™. After 22 years in Fortune 500 strategy, I built a life-first business in part-time hours. Now I help women entrepreneurs grow without living on social media.

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A FREE PRIVATE PODCAST FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS

How to Grow a Profitable Business without Social Media

A 9-episode private podcast for the founder in the messy middle of business growth. Inside, I'll walk you through the same framework I've taught 1,000+ women entrepreneurs, the one I use to run my business on less than 1 hour a week of social media. Email marketing, AI, GEO, and the systems behind a sales-generating business that runs whether you post or not.

Less than 1 hour a week. Whole weeks offline. No algorithm. No burnout.

Not sure where to start? Take the 2-minute quiz →

Holly Marie Haynes is a business strategist helping women build profitable, life-first businesses without social media, through Crush the Rush™ and Anti-Social School™.

Holly Marie Haynes is a business strategist helping women build profitable, life-first businesses without social media, through Crush the Rush™ and Anti-Social School™.