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How Managers Handle Stress at
Work: Practical Tips
Managers face unique pressures,
from supporting teams to
meeting organisational
expectations. Handling stress
effectively requires practical,
everyday strategies that fit into
busy schedules. Start by:
Prioritising tasks realistically
and breaking complex
challenges into manageable
steps.
·Building strong
communication habits —
such as clearly setting
expectations.
Addressing issues early —
also helps reduce
unnecessary pressure.
Managers can benefit from
creating moments of pause
throughout the day, whether
through breathing techniques,
short walks, or brief mindfulness
exercises. Leaders can try the
5,4,3,2,1 breathing technique to
feel more grounded and subvert
stress. In addition, leaders should
seek peer support or
supervision, which can provide
perspective, while leveraging
EAP services offers confidential
professional guidance.
Importantly, modelling healthy
behaviour — taking breaks,
disconnecting after hours, and
practising self-care — sets the
tone for the entire team. The
workplace often has a see, think,
do mentality. When leaders and
employees are immersed in a
wellbeing-positive culture rather
than an overworked one, and
leaders model burnout
mitigation techniques, others
may follow suit, leading to a
healthier, happier workforce.
With consistent, practical
approaches, managers can
navigate stress more effectively
and support a healthier, more
productive workplace.
