I mentioned that I’ve been feeling stretched thin across too many accounts, and my manager said it’s a sign I’m trusted with more responsibility. I get the intent, but it didn’t really solve anything. :( bleh. Is that really a fair way to frame it? I’m a little annoyed..

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"Trusted with more responsibility" is just "we're understaffed" with a bow on it. I've heard the same line — and the thing is, trust doesn't pay the bills or add hours to your day. If the workload is genuinely unsustainable, that's a resourcing problem, not a compliment. Have you tried putting the account load in writing so there's a paper trail when it comes to review time?

with a bow on it! that is the perfect way to put it. good idea with the paper trail! ty!

This sounds like s/he wants to take advantage and overwork you. Start setting boundaries and saying no if you’re stressed or can’t complete an assignment on time

ugh that is probably true, so hard to set boundaries but will try!! ty!

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Sounds like a cop out to me. They need someone to do the work and you are the guy (or girl). I don't blame you for feeling annoyed, that isn't a real solution.

thank you for the validation!!!

I’d start framing it as asking for what you need to support the quality and continued work. Find the line between you can do it, just need the resources to allow it.

this is a good strategy! thanks!

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