How to protect your boundaries without hurting your career-Ex-Amazon Leader #worklifebalance

For many professionals in tech, overwork doesn’t always come from pressure, it often starts with misestimation, stretching to help or out of curiosity, and not setting boundaries early enough.In this video, I explore common behaviorial patterns that makes even top performers often stretch and work long hours and through weekends. I share practical tips on how to set and protect your boundaries at work, based on real scenarios we face every day to help you protect your time, avoid burnout, and grow your career without constantly working overtime.We’ll explore:0:00: Introductions and why setting and protecting boundaries is key to career success1:26 Why overwork often starts with estimation and communication gaps3:44 The “nice guy” trap 4:55 The "SME" trap 5:53 The "Curiosity" trap6:38 Why making trade-offs visible is essential for ICs7:58 SummaryIf you’re constantly working late, skipping breaks, or struggling to balance priorities, this video will help you identify where things break down and how to fix them.Link to related newsletter: https://secondcup.substack.com/p/setting-boundaries-part-i-individual Link to subscribe to newsletter: https://secondcup.substack.com/ Link to reach out to Vasantha for mentorship: https://topmate.io/vasantha_gullapalli/