TREAD TALKS: Business Boundaries & How to Set Them before You Need Them

Business Boundaries: Set Them Before You Need Them "The boundaries I've had to set are basically to protect me from me."That's Lauren Schoenfeld, a self-described recovering perfectionist and workaholic, sharing one of the most practical lessons from this week's roundtable conversation.When you're starting a business, it's easy to think boundaries are something you'll figure out later—once you have clients, more work, or a bigger business.But what if you set them before you need them?Lauren never gave clients her cell phone number because she knew exactly what would happen: if a client texted her at 10pm, she'd probably answer. So she built the boundary before she needed the willpower to enforce it.In this Tread Talk, I explore why boundaries are easier to build into your business from the beginning than to introduce after unhealthy habits have already formed.Your takeaway: Before your first client or next big project, identify one boundary you're likely to struggle with—your working hours, response time, or how clients can reach you—and set it now.And if you want to hear more about boundaries, burnout, and the realities of building a business, tune in tomorrow for Part 1 of my roundtable conversation with Lauren Schoenfeld, Judy Murdoch, and Vera Ilnyckyj. We go much deeper into the boundaries they've had to build, the lessons they've learned, and what they'd invest in if money weren't a constraint.Part 1 drops tomorrow. Stay Tuned!Subscribe to The Fitness of Business for practical coaching that helps you build a stronger business—and a stronger life.If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more entrepreneurs find practical coaching that moves their businesses forward.📞Book a call with me here🎧 If startup overwhelm is keeping you stuck, you don't have to figure it out alone. Book a free discovery call with me and let's build your business one intentional step at a time.🔗Let’s Stay Connected:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.