The virtues of essentialism in the office: why you should start doing less right now – or how to prioritise your life before your manager does it for you

The importance of establishing a social contract with your line manager cannot be underestimated. It is paramount, for both of your sakes. This means making sure you both know what your priorities are, and where you want to spend your time. Read more by clicking through above! In excerpt though:

• Rule 1: you cannot negotiate if you don’t know what you want
• Rule 2: clarity is the beginning of all empowerment
• Rule 3: speak to your manager with their own terms, not your own