Closing Thoughts

The boundaries between work and family have blurred, and we have to navigate them in new ways. Individuals and organizations must shift from a compartmentalized model of dividing work and personal time to a reality where boundaries are highly permeable. Developing an awareness of the three concepts central to boundary management (behaviors, identity, and control) is important so that you can understand the effects of the hyperconnectivity and constant accessibility that both produce and result from blurred boundaries. Boundaries are not fixed, and managing them takes attention. There is no one best way to handle them. Find a way that works for you and the stakeholders in your life so that you can flourish and comfortably position ...

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