Leadership Under Pressure

What defines a leader? Is it a title, a position in the hierarchy, or something deeper? True leadership is about making a positive impact, driving change, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, regardless of your job title or position in a hierarchy. If we accept that definition, it quickly becomes clear that anyone, at any level, can be a leader.

This course will equip you with the understanding and skills to lead by influence rather than position that will enable you to expand your influence, establish loyal allies, and mobilize support for your ideas.

• Identify the signs of stress and decide when and how to intervene
• Demonstrate emotional resilience in times of uncertainty
• Formulate and implement a stress management plan
• Guide others to reflect positively on adverse experiences
• Develop a sense of purpose and psychological safety for your team
• Use coaching questions to guide people through a challenging situation
• Take action to maximise the dynamics of high performing teams
• Identify actions to increase motivation when under pressure

• Distinguishing between healthy and unhealthy pressure
• Spotting early warning signs of stress
• Three approaches to managing stress
• Creating and nurturing psychological safety
• Maintaining motivation under pressure
• Remaining calm and optimistic in a crisis