5 ways to get the most out of yourself and others under pressure
One of the challenges many businesses face today is keeping up with the heightened speed of the world, as technological advancements and information overload are changing the way we work. People are expected to work faster and more effectively than ever before, resulting in an enormous amount of stress and pressure people are exposed to. These conditions, however, rather than facilitating work, make it harder, sometimes impossible when the demands are, realistically, unachievable. In fact, when we are stressed, parts of the brain shut down and we lose access to the corresponding functions, therefore reducing our performance potential. The question then is about how can we work efficiently under pressure and how can we ensure that our team does the same? These are our 5 top tips on how to get the most out of others and yourself. 1. When things are overwhelming, stop and remind yourself what the bigger picture is and what is your purpose in it. How do others con