Burnout-Proof Work & Life Starts Here.
Workshops, tools, and real-world boundary skills for teams, leaders, and people who give too much.
Burnout-Proof Work & Life Starts Here.
Workshops, tools, and real-world boundary skills for teams, leaders, and people who give too much.
You don’t need another productivity hack.
You need a boundary.
If you’re:
- Losing your best employees to burnout or quiet quitting
- Managing a team that relies too heavily on “just one more favor”
- Tired of overgiving, people-pleasing, or picking up the slack at work or home
…you’re in the right place.
Boundaries aren’t about being rigid.
They’re about getting clear on what works, what doesn’t, and what you actually want to protect.
I teach the skills no one taught us – but every workplace and relationship needs.
I’m Sheryl Green – author of You Had Me at No and creator of the Boundary Operating System™.
I help teams lead without losing their people – and people lead their lives without losing themselves.
My approach blends real-world strategy with reflective practice.
It’s boundary work that sticks – no shame, no fluff, no “just journal about it.”
Organizations go from…
- Low employee satisfaction to happy, loyal teams
- Unprecedented levels of burnout to work-life balance
- High turnover to improved retention
Individuals go from…
- Stressed to renewed energy
- Resentful to grateful and filled with purpose
- Exhausted to energized and excited
Where Do You Need Stronger Boundaries Right Now?
For Teams and Leaders
Explore keynotes, workshops and trainings that boost performance, reduce burnout, and build a culture that works.
For High-Achievers & People-Pleasers
Get practical tools to stop overgiving, reset your limits, and reclaim your time and energy.
Learn How to Say “NO”
Saying “no” is perfectly acceptable!
I’ve put together a cheat sheet so you can buy yourself some time to think, and then respond with an appropriate (and kind) answer.
Hi! I’m Sheryl Green
Author, speaker, and your straight-talking guide to the world of boundaries.
For years, I was the classic people-pleaser: the “yes girl” who wore burnout like a badge of honor and quietly resented every commitment I made. Boundaries didn’t just improve my life – they saved it.
Now, I help others avoid the same traps. Through my books, workshops, and keynotes, I teach leaders and everyday humans how to build boundaries in from the start so they don’t lose themselves along the way.
I believe boundaries aren’t harsh or selfish; they’re how we show up fully for the people and things that matter most – without abandoning ourselves.
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YOU HAD ME AT NO: HOW SETTING HEALTHY BOUNDARIES HELPS BANISH BURNOUT, REPAIR RELATIONSHIPS, AND SAVE YOUR SANITY.
If you’ve ever described yourself as a “people-pleaser” or found yourself overwhelmed and resentful at the amount on your plate, it’s time to learn the magic of healthy boundaries. You Had Me at No will not only teach you how to say “no,” it will give you permission to do so.
Makes a perfect companion for your conference audience or your team. Bulk orders are available.
YOU HAD ME AT NO: COLOR YOUR WAY TO HEALTHY BOUNDARIES
You Had Me At No: Color Your Way to Healthy Boundaries is an adult coloring book filled with 30 pages of quotes from “You Had Me At No: How Setting Healthy Boundaries Helps Banish Burnout, Repair Relationships, and Save Your Sanity,” set in mandala-style patterned coloring pages. It is a beautiful way to take back control of your life!
Blog
Boundary Bites
Sheryl Green on the Dr. Kirk Adams’ Podcast
Sheryl Green joins Dr. Kirk Adams to discuss burnout, people-pleasing, disability inclusion, and how healthy boundaries strengthen leadership and respect. If you care about self-leadership, empathy, and building a more inclusive workplace culture, this conversation is for you.
Why People-Pleasing is Selfish
People pleasing feels kind, but it often creates resentment and burnout. Learn why avoiding discomfort can be selfish and how boundaries protect everyone involved.
Opportunity Costs and Ramen
Can I be honest? Last Saturday was a bit of a flop. For the last three years, I've participated in an artists and authors fair at the local library. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the library (maybe not this branch, but we'll get to that in a moment). One of my proudest...
Blog
Boundary Bites
Sheryl Green on the Dr. Kirk Adams’ Podcast
Sheryl Green joins Dr. Kirk Adams to discuss burnout, people-pleasing, disability inclusion, and how healthy boundaries strengthen leadership and respect. If you care about self-leadership, empathy, and building a more inclusive workplace culture, this conversation is for you.
Why People-Pleasing is Selfish
People pleasing feels kind, but it often creates resentment and burnout. Learn why avoiding discomfort can be selfish and how boundaries protect everyone involved.
Opportunity Costs and Ramen
Can I be honest? Last Saturday was a bit of a flop. For the last three years, I've participated in an artists and authors fair at the local library. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the library (maybe not this branch, but we'll get to that in a moment). One of my proudest...
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