EPISODE · Apr 27, 2022 · 17 MIN
The Science of Staying Alert and Effective Under Pressure - E69
from Lead To Excel Podcast · host Maureen Chiana
Send us Fan MailMaybe you have experienced not being able to speak or think straight when being criticised by your manager or when under some form of pressure at work.In this weeks Podcast, I discuss the reasons why you freeze when under pressure and what you can do to remain calm, effective and still motivate your people.Our brains threat response is activated by our external environment causing our body to respond in the flight, fright or freeze response, which cause many leaders performance to decline and can trigger a vicious cycle of self-doubt, self-blame, shame, guilt, even fear, making it all the more likely that you’ll freeze again when you encounter a similar situation. But, there is hope! There are things you can do to stay alert and effective under pressure and this is a skill every leader needs.Stay Connected with MaureenWebsite: https://www.maureenchiana.comTraining Academy: https://www.themindsightacademy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenchiana/Let's have a chat:Book a Free Consultation Call: https://calendly.com/maureen-77/30minSupport the showThank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to hit 'Subscribe' to stay updated on future conversations. For more insights and connections, follow me on LinkedIn, and don't miss out on our exclusive merchandise designed to inspire and rewire at our Online Shop. Elevate your journey with our courses at the Website and Online Academy. Stay curious and empowered!
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Send us Fan Mail Maybe you have experienced not being able to speak or think straight when being criticised by your manager or when under some form of pressure at work. In this weeks Podcast, I discuss the reasons why you freeze when under pressure and what you can do to remain calm, effective and still motivate your people. Our brains threat response is activated by our external environment causing our body to respond in the flight, fright or freeze response, which cause many leaders ...
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