July 13, 2026

424 | Stop overworking: 4 ways to decline extra work without hurting your reputation

424 | Stop overworking: 4 ways to decline extra work without hurting your reputation
424 | Stop overworking: 4 ways to decline extra work without hurting your reputation
The Art of Speaking Up
424 | Stop overworking: 4 ways to decline extra work without hurting your reputation
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If you’re overworking in your 9-5 job - you’re probably wondering how you’re supposed to decline extra work without risking your reputation. Getting asked to do extra work creates an inherent tension - say yes, and you end up overworking and risking burnout. Say no, and you risk looking like you’re not a team player.

In today’s episode, I’m teaching you a third, better option to help you stop overworking. I’m teaching you how to decline extra work strategically, in a way that makes you look thoughtful, strategic, and trustworthy. You’ll learn:

The 4 situations that cause overworking (so you can spot them before they sabotage you)

Specific phrases to use to decline extra work without looking bad

How to decline extra work given by senior leadership without eroding trust

Why saying yes to extra work isn’t the thing that makes you look good

If you’re ready to feel way more in control of how much you work - this is the episode for you.

LINKS:

Grab the free No Overworking Worksheet here:

https://jessguzikcoaching.com/no-overworking-worksheet/