When was the last time you really thought about the moments when you would, without hesitation say “NO!” “Unacceptable!” or even an emphatic “Homey don’t play that!”?

What I’m really asking you is . . .

Do you know your personal and business boundaries to the extent, that you can clearly define your “Out Of Bounds Markers”?

I’m talking about everything from your personal code of ethics to that point of the day that if the cell rings or an email flies in . . . it will have to wait until tomorrow.

Here are a few of mine in no particular order

Personal:

I don’t discuss my religious or political beliefs.

I will break bread with my family at least twice per week. Any projects that infringe on my ability to enjoy my family are declined.

I will not associate with people who force me into becoming a crappy version of Paul Castain

I will not ride in a car with a silent farter . . . even if I have to jump from a moving car.

Business:

I will not work with rude clients for any dollar amount. “Rude” also pertains to how they treat their teammates.

No part of my Linkedin group is for sale. Yep . . . I have people continually offering me money to promote products and services to my community.

I will not allow anyone to edit my writing to the extent that they are asking me to stop being Paul Castain.

I will not reduce my prices to get a deal. I will gladly discount once multiple projects are in the works . . . never before!

I also have “Out Of Bounds Markers” for the types of business I will accept and won’t accept, who I will network with and who I won’t network with.

Some additional “Out Of Bounds Markers” for you to consider:

What type of behavior is out of bounds because it goes against the culture of your organization?

Think employees, vendors and clients.

How about a little something experts refer to as “Me Time”? Are you willing to protect this time? At what point does everything else become “Out of Bounds”?

Having ranted for 300+ words, I do believe its your turn . . .

What are some of your “Out of Bounds Markers”?

For more information on my coaching programs, corporate training and keynote speeches, either click here for the full version or here for the 15 second “at a glance” version. Perhaps its time for you to invest in yourself and/or your team?

Paul’s Next Webinar: Presenting Your Solutions With Impact Click here for details!