Scenario
You are a newly promoted manager for one of the business units in your organization. As such, you need to consider how to manage yourself before you can really manage others. You need to think about what your personal and professional stress levels are--what might be the breaking points between succeeding and failing? How can I manage that stress? What emotions come to light that could be viewed as positive or negative? How else can I get my message across?
Instructions
Based on your evaluation of your individual tendencies, you have decided to prepare a plan. You need to include the following in your plan
What are some early warning signs that you should be aware of to avoid a setback?
What are some negative or positive beliefs about worrying or failing you need to consider?
What situational problems are there to consider? ( large groups of people, public speaking)
What does your future support system look like? ( mentors, coaches, professionals, groups, associations, etc.)
What techniques or strategies are needed to help overcome these challenges? Choose three and explain how they will help overcome your discussed challenges.
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Plan:
1. Early Warning Signs to Avoid Setbacks:
a) Increased irritability and impatience
b) Difficulty concentrating and making decisions
c) Sleep disturbances
d) Frequent headaches or stomachaches
e) Feelings of overwhelm and burnout
2. Negative and Positive Beliefs:
Negative belief: "If I fail, I am a failure and will lose the respect and trust of my team."
Positive belief: "Failure is a stepping stone to success. It allows for growth and learning opportunities."
3. Situational Problems to Consider:
a) Large groups of people: Social anxiety and fear of being judged
b) Public speaking: Fear of making mistakes and being perceived as incompetent
4. Future Support System:
a) Mentors: Experienced professionals who can provide guidance and advice
b) Coaches: Trained individuals who can assist in personal and professional development
c) Professional networks and associations: Opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals and gain insights from industry experts.
5. Techniques/Strategies to Overcome Challenges:
a) Mindfulness: Practicing mindfulness techniques such as deep breathing and meditation can help manage stress and anxiety.
b) Time management: Implementing effective time management strategies, such as prioritizing tasks and setting realistic goals, can reduce feelings of overwhelm.
c) Positive self-talk: Using positive affirmations and reframing negative thoughts into positive ones can help build resilience and self-confidence.
By being aware of early warning signs, challenging negative beliefs, considering situational problems, building a support system, and implementing effective techniques/strategies, I can proactively manage my stress levels and enhance my ability to succeed as a manager.
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