‘Aim for an optimal state of stress and arousal to keep you on your toes, staying involved and productive, without overworking yourself or entering a state of chronic stress.’
‘Remember that obstacles and tasks are subjective- your personal perception can be a major determinant in how you handle stress and how it affects your performance.’
‘Don’t put extra pressure on yourself- when you do so, you subjectively create a highly stressful situation under which you are more likely to choke.’
‘Take advantage of advice from mentors, bosses, and experienced colleagues, while developing new skills and embracing new opportunities.’
‘When faced with a daunting task, ultilize the concept of backward generalization– you’ve overcome larger obstacles in the past, so this one should be a piece of cake.’
‘Don’t follow the knee-jerk reaction to respond immediately to every snide or rude e-mail. In most cases, it will be better not to respond at all.’
‘Try out a small innovation every day, including slight changes to your daily activities that may lead to greater productivity.’
‘Realize that your place in the office hierarchy is important even if you’re not the star employee- understanding your role will help you work with your colleagues more productively and increase team performance.’
‘Be flexible at work and in your own career path.’
‘Maintain a sense of humility- don’t let your ego get in the way of making the right decisions for your company or team.’
‘No matter the circumstances, treat failure and mistakes as opportunities to learn and progress.’
‘Focus on properly and successfully performing an action or task, not necessarily on the outcome.’
‘If you’re feeling disengaged, get up from your behind your desk and take a break with coworkers or friends.’
‘Set your own task-related goals and then concentrate on fulfilling them and improving yourself, instead of constantly comparing yourself to, and trying to get ahead of, your colleagues and competitors.’
Source
Michael Bar-Eli (2018). Boost!: How the Psychology of Sports Can Enhance Your Performance in Management and Work
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