How New Managers Can Set Boundaries With Their Team

In this episode of New Manager Conversations with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore a challenge every new manager faces: setting boundaries without becoming the office villain. They dive into the story of a product manager who inherited a team used to 24/7 Slack access, and how she used a 'response budget' to reset expectations. Lucas breaks down the psychology of availability bias and why saying 'no' early is easier than fixing resentment later. They also tackle the tricky art of pushing back on your own boss when the team's workload spikes. Plus, a practical framework for scheduling 'deep work' windows that protect your team's focus. If you're a new manager struggling to find the line between supportive and stretched thin, this episode offers concrete scripts and a mindset shift. Lucas and Luna keep it real, with no jargon—just actionable advice you can use in your next one-on-one. #NewManagerBoundaries #SettingBoundaries #LeadershipBasics #First90Days #ManagingFormerPeers #WorkLifeBalance #AvailabilityBias #DeepWork #ManagerAdvice #TeamManagement #Careers #LeadershipDevelopment #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #PodcastEpisode #NewManager #BoundariesAtWork #Productivity Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo