Absolutely! Handling this situation with positivity and respect is key to maintaining a good relationship while addressing the issue.

It’s important to set expectations clears from beginning and have proper communication without any prejudgments. Be transparent and clear in conversations without making assumptions .

This is a perfect situation for clearly stating your limits. Be open, fair and realistic and seek support. Don’t get dragged into this vicious cycle simply because you will never come out of it.

Everyone has faced a heavy workload at some point or another in their career. For me, being able to take a step back and observe the situation can give me greater clarity and objectivity. Instead of diving in and trying to do it all—and all at once—I’ve found that it’s best to prioritize the tasks at hand. While everything might appear to be urgent, that might not necessarily be the case. So I would organize the projects that need to be done right away, and communicate with my team and boss to make sure that we’re all on the same page in terms division of workload. Open communication and setting realistic expectations is the key to solve this problem on a long term basis.

Be Honest and Direct: Clearly explain that the amount of work you’re receiving is overwhelming. Use “I” statements to express how it affects you, such as “I feel overwhelmed with the current workload.”