There are very real costs to people-pleasing, and you’re likely living them - the quiet resentment that builds after a hasty yes or the loss of trust that happens when someone can’t deliver on a promise.

People pleasing doesn't please, it erodes: trust, time, and energy.

With a memorable five-year roof story and hard-won lessons from work and relationships, Stephanie and Maren unpack why “just because I can” doesn’t mean “I should” and

• map a practical path out of the “pleasing” loop
• share the four questions to ask before saying yes
• offer a fresh lens on procrastination as misalignment
• talk about human-centered leadership skills to eliminate the “pleasing” disease
• share ways to reset agreements when you’ve already said yes
• invite lighter “yesses”, kinder “nos”, and work that is honored

😣 If you’ve ever stayed too long in a role or relationship because you didn’t want to disappoint

🧐 If you are ready to reduce overcommitment, prevent burnout, and turn uncertainty into useful information 

🫣 If you struggle to say no

👉🏻 this conversation - filled with truth, tools, and relief - is for you. 🙌

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Then tell us: Which question will you ask yourself before your next yes?

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