Build personal resilience

Globalisation and advances in information and communication technology have resulted in a 24/7 work environment characterised by rapid change, a greater sense of competition, and an explosion in access to communication and information. These pressures compound stress related to workload and information processing this not only reduces performance but can lead to a reduced sense of meaning and purpose as well as physical and mental health issues. Understanding stress and how to boost your resilience to it are essential skills for contemporary leaders and play a vital role in managing the demands you face at work.

This course will focus on the nature of stressors facing leaders in today's work environments and how to deal with them. You'll explore personal resilience your capacity to withstand and cope with stress and strategies for self-management, motivation and organisation. You'll also learn how resilience is impacted by health and social relationships.