Working under pressure is a common aspect of many jobs and can be challenging, but there are many strategies to effectively deal with it.
Organisation, Prioritising & Time Management
Knowing what needs to be done and having a clear plan can reduce stress, by maintaining a well-prepared workspace and having an up to date to-do list you can help to organise your thoughts. Break your work into smaller, more manageable chunks – Identify the most important tasks and tackle them first. This ensures that you’re addressing critical issues before moving on to less urgent ones.
Problem Solving & Setting Expectations
Ensure that you and your employer have a realistic understanding of what can be accomplished within the given time frame, overcommitting can lead to unnecessary stress. If you’re already overwhelmed, it’s okay to decline additional tasks or responsibilities – be assertive and setting boundaries can be helpful.
Shifting your Mindset
Asking for help is not a negative thing. Don’t hesitate to reach out to colleagues or superiors for help or guidance when necessary – collaboration can help lighten the load. Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and learning.
Learn from Experience
Reflect on past experiences of working under pressure as an opportunity to learn. By identifying what worked and what did not, you can use this knowledge to improve your approach in the future.
Everyone experiences pressure at some point in their careers, however this is not necessarily a negative thing. Effectively managing pressure at work involves a combination of organisational skills, time management and self-care. Learn from your past experiences to find ways to deal with the pressure that work best for you that you can then apply to new work situations.
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