Working under pressure

Pressure is a constant presence in both personal and professional spheres. The workplace presents challenges like tight deadlines, managerial expectations, and obstacles that hinder productivity. Learning to manage stress constructively is essential for not just surviving but thriving in these situations.

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Target: Leaders, Employees
Audience: Team
Workspace: Online, Offline
Duration: 1 day

In this course you will learn how to:

  • prepare for high-pressure situations
  • build and practise resilience
  • help teams do the same. 

Building Blocks

Identify your reaction to pressure and the science behind performing under stress

Explore your individual reactions to pressure and examine the science behind optimal performance under stress, gaining crucial insights into the foundation of effective pressure management.

Build your own resilience for better pressure management

 In this session, you’ll grasp the essence of resilience and its significance in navigating pressure. Through exploring mindfulness, positive thinking, and self-care practices, develop the capacity to build your personal resilience.

Nurture team resilience

Develop resilience within teams in this block. You will learn strategies to cultivate a supportive environment, provide emotional sustenance, promote open dialogue, and assist team members in managing stress collectively.

Sustain resilience for long-term success and overall well-being

Focus on maintaining personal and team resilience over time. You will explore strategies to cultivate a resilient organisational culture, ensuring ongoing growth and well-being even in the face of challenges.

Prepare effectively for high-pressure situations

Learn practical techniques to fortify your mental, emotional, and physical states, enabling you to approach challenging moments with confidence and readiness.

Practise resilience in real-life situations

Apply resilience-building techniques to real-world scenarios. You will engage with case studies and immersive exercises to enhance your ability to rebound from setbacks, translating theory into practical resilience skills.

Learn how to lead in high-pressure contexts

This session explores leadership within high-pressure contexts. You will acquire techniques to maintain composure, make well-informed decisions, and expertly guide teams through challenging times, setting the stage for effective leadership in the face of adversity.

Help others navigate pressure

This session is dedicated to educating others in pressure management. Develop coaching and mentoring skills to assist team members in effectively managing pressure. By sharing tools, offering guidance, and fostering resilience, you’ll create an environment of support and growth.

Avoid communication difficulties in high-pressure situations

Discover the power of open communication during high-pressure situations. You will learn how expressing your vulnerability and being upfront about your nerves can foster genuine connections and build rapport.

Navigate pressure as a team

Gain an understanding of how pressure affects collective performance and discover the pivotal role that effective communication, shared goals, and mutual support play in successfully handling pressure as a cohesive unit.

Transform pressure into growth

Turn pressure into a catalyst for growth. Uncover the concept of ‘productive pressure’ and its role in personal and team development. Learn how to harness pressure to foster innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement.