How to
Handle Work in High Pressure Situations
Handle Work in High Pressure Situations
Last week I got a publishing job
from a client. The production period was extremely short with an enormous
workload coupled with the fact that there was an intensive pressure from the
client which gave me sleepless nights. It was quite hectic and overwhelming for
me.
It really got me thinking and of
course I thought about how a lot of people go through such work and have they
been able to handle it.
These little tips might help you to
handle work and job stress so it won’t be overwhelming for you.
Here are the few steps on how to
handle work in high pressure situations.
Step 1
Prepare
for potentially stressful situations or projects at work. Think about how you
could react to stress in the office in ways that minimize its impact. Part of
preparing is to plan ahead. If you know there's a huge project due late next
week, it's safe to assume there will be some long days, missed lunch breaks and
increased pressure. In the days leading up to deadlines, get plenty of rest,
keep healthy snacks on hand and make sure you have all the information and materials
you need to complete the project.
Step 2
Stay
organized, focused and on-task. Make an outline of a big project and break it
down into manageable tasks. Keep a running "to-do" list so you don't
overlook any of the things you need to do. Prioritize your list each day so you
use your time effectively by focusing on the most important things. Don't allow
yourself to be distracted by unimportant or unnecessary interruptions.
Step 3
Take
short breaks to de-stress whenever you can. Take a short walk outside, listen
to music or do some stretching exercises at your desk. Frequent water breaks
are useful to keep you hydrated; healthy snack breaks also are beneficial. Take
deep, controlled breaths when you feel yourself tensing up under pressure.These
help you relax and re-focus.
Step 4
Be
flexible. Even in the best-planned circumstances, pressures beyond your control
can arise. Don't let them throw you off your game. Instead, quickly evaluate
the new factors, determine how you can adapt to accommodate them and press
ahead. Don't dwell on the things you can't control -- they're a fact of life in
most work settings, and you can't let them derail your focus or your progress.
i hope these tips have been helpful to you. feel free to make your own comments and contributions as i would like to get your feedback.
@IamDanielkemka
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