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Stress Management for
Managers: Effective Techniques
Managing stress isn’t easy. But if
leaders take care of their
wellbeing, it can prevent burnout
and stress from becoming
unmanageable. So, where do
they start? Leaders can engage
in simple practices that preclude
burnout, such as getting enough
sleep, eating nutritious meals,
and staying active. Other helpful
methods include being open and
transparent when early signs of
burnout appear.
Beyond this, managers can also
adopt proactive workplace
habits that build resilience. This
includes setting realistic
expectations, modelling healthy
boundaries, taking regular
breaks, and seeking supervision
or coaching when needed.
Checking in with trusted
colleagues, accessing EAP
support, and practising
mindfulness-based strategies
can also make a meaningful
difference. By prioritising their
own wellbeing, leaders are
better equipped to support their
teams and foster a healthier
workplace culture.
Executive Burnout Recovery:
Steps Toward Resilience
Executive burnout is increasingly
common in high-pressure
environments, where decision
fatigue, competing priorities, and
constant demands can erode
wellbeing over time. According
to a study on stress among
executive leaders, 64% reported
work-related stress. Some of the
primary motivators for this stress
in executive cohorts were quality
of life (44%) and work-life
balance (7.4%). As a result,
building mental resilience is vital
to combat burnout and stress.
Recovery begins with
recognising the signs — chronic
exhaustion, reduced
performance, irritability, or
detachment. Once
acknowledged, leaders can take
intentional steps toward
rebuilding resilience. This may
include temporarily reducing
workload, reconnecting with
purpose, and engaging in
professional support such as
EAP counselling or coaching.
Equally, restoring healthy
routines — quality sleep,
balanced nutrition, physical
activity, and meaningful
downtime — plays a critical role.
Executives should also reassess
boundaries, delegate where
possible, and establish
sustainable work habits. By
taking a structured and
compassionate approach to
recovery, leaders can return with
renewed energy, clarity, and
long-term resilience.
