Resilience | Focus | Performance
Thriving Under Pressure in the Workplace
In today's fast-paced and demanding workplace, the ability to perform effectively under pressure is an essential skill. Thriving Under Pressure is a practical and engaging development programme designed to help individuals build the mindset, confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenges, manage competing priorities and maintain high performance during periods of change and uncertainty.
Participants will develop greater self-awareness, learn proven techniques for managing emotions and stress,
strengthen their confidence, and gain practical tools for handling difficult situations with professionalism and
composure. By the end of the programme, delegates will be equipped to respond positively to pressure rather than
simply cope with it.
Pressure is an unavoidable part of modern working life, but how we respond to it can significantly impact our
wellbeing and performance. This module explores the causes and effects of pressure, helping participants identify
personal and workplace pressure triggers. Delegates will learn the difference between healthy challenge and harmful
stress, and how pressure influences thinking, behaviour and decision-making.
Developing self-awareness is the foundation of personal effectiveness. This module helps participants understand
their behavioural preferences, emotional triggers and habitual responses when faced with pressure. Through
reflection and practical exercises, delegates will identify strengths they can leverage and development areas they
can address.
High-performing professionals are not those who avoid emotions, but those who manage them effectively. This module
provides practical strategies for maintaining composure, controlling emotional reactions and responding thoughtfully
during difficult situations. Participants will learn techniques to remain calm, focused and constructive when under
pressure.
Confidence plays a crucial role in resilience, communication and decision-making. This module helps participants
develop genuine, sustainable confidence by challenging self-doubt, recognising personal achievements and adopting a
more positive mindset. Delegates will learn how confidence influences behaviour and how to project confidence even
in demanding situations.
Effective workload management reduces unnecessary pressure and enables individuals to focus on what matters most.
This module explores the importance of practical approaches to prioritisation, organisation and time management.
Time management is covered in more detail in our
Time Management course.
Resilience is the ability to adapt, recover and continue performing effectively when faced with adversity, setbacks
or uncertainty. This module focuses on building mental toughness and developing habits that support long-term
wellbeing and sustained performance.
Many workplace pressures stem from conversations that are delayed, avoided or poorly handled. This module equips participants with the confidence and skills to prepare for and conduct challenging discussions in a constructive and professional manner. Delegates will learn how to communicate clearly, manage emotions and achieve positive outcomes during sensitive conversations.
Duration: Full day
Certification: GBT Certificate of Attendance
Location: Delivered at your premises
Cost: from £750 per group (maximum 12 candidates)
Our courses have been delivered to the Ministry of Defence, BBC Scotland, Arnold Clark, Allied Vehicles, BP, Falkirk Council, Dalcross Handling, Queens Cross Housing Association, Singleton Park Care Home, Edinburgh Napier University, Happy Days Nurseries, HiMATS, Barnardos, Mungo Foundation, Chivas Brothers, Simon Community, Terex Trucks, Lisini Group, The Underwater Centre, Crossroads Caring, Lazy Day Foods, Sacro, Link Housing, Bluebird Care and many others
2025 winner - Staff Development Company of the Year – Scotland CorporateLiveWire Innovation and Excellence Awards
We have nearly 30 years experience in the training industry and deliver our courses throughout Scotland and the rest of the United Kingdom.
