In my opinion this is how you can increase your resilience at work: Foster a Growth Mindset: Embrace challenges for growth. Set Clear Boundaries: Maintain work-life balance. Practice Mindfulness: Manage stress with mindfulness. Build a Support Network: Cultivate relationships for encouragement. Set Realistic Goals: Break down goals for accomplishment. Embrace Flexibility: Adapt to navigate changes. Continuous Learning: Commit to professional development. Celebrate Achievements: Reflect on and celebrate accomplishments. Resilience is a journey.

Here are 3 things that I have internalized to help me increase my resilience in a high-pressure tech sales role: 1. The Bamboo Mindset: Bend, not break. Embrace the winds of change not as threats, but as opportunities to reshape your growth. Learn from each challenge, adapt your strategies, and rise stronger with each gust. 2. Rooted in Purpose: Anchor your work in meaning. Connect your daily tasks to a larger vision. This intrinsic fire fuels resilience, providing strength when storms may seem overwhelming. 3. Water Your Well-being: Nurture your inner garden. Invest in practices that cultivate your mental and emotional health – mindful walks, creative pursuits, and time in nature.

It's essential to acknowledge that building resilience is a multifaceted process that may also involve addressing weaknesses, learning from failures, and adapting to change. While leveraging strengths is a key aspect, a holistic approach to personal development is often more effective in enhancing overall resilience.

Boosting resilience at work involves a few smart strategies. First, foster a positive mindset—focus on what you can control and learn from setbacks. Prioritize self-care—get enough sleep, exercise, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Develop problem-solving skills—break down challenges into smaller parts and tackle them step by step. Cultivate a support network—connect with colleagues or mentors for advice or encouragement during tough times. Practice mindfulness or relaxation techniques to manage stress effectively. And always celebrate your achievements—acknowledge your progress and successes to stay motivated and resilient!

Advancing in my management career, an area I have steadily develop is a professional support network. This comprises of university alumni, colleagues, mentors, friends, and family. It's not always smooth sailing. Professionally it is not easy to be vulnerable, asking for help and letting down your shields; admitting you don't know the answers. The rewards reaped from these discussions are well worth the discomforts. I've learned quite a lot talking out challenges with others who either know more or have strong analytical skills. As James Clear says small, incremental changes can lead to remarkable improvements. Then, I can pay it forward.

A strong support network is a proactive way to enhance resilience. It involves not only seeking assistance when needed but also actively contributing to the well-being of others within the network.

Cultivating a positive mindset acts as your trusty sidekick. When the inbox is overflowing and deadlines are getting closer like impending storms, focusing on solutions can make a world of difference. Positivity is the shield that deflects negativity, allowing you to face challenges head-on. Enter self-care, the restorative potion that ensures your mind and body are in peak condition. Imagine it as a daily ritual, where you prioritize sleep, engage in regular exercise, and indulge in activities that bring joy. A well-nourished body and mind are not just resilient; they are invincible against the wear and tear of a demanding professional life.

I practice self-care by implementing the 5 Ways to Wellbeing, a set of evidence-based actions that improve personal wellness. The following steps can help increase resilience at work: Connect - invest time in building strong and healthy relationships. Be Active - regular physical activity helps reduce stress. Take notice - being in the present moment can strengthen and broaden awareness. Learn - enhances self-esteem and encourages social interaction. Give - acts of kindness can help improve personal wellbeing.

One output of a healthy body is a healthy mind. The research shows excercise improves blood flow to the brain, helps to decrease stress and improves mood. Combining these with meditative techniques such as non-sleep deep relaxation can help us decrease our mental stress. Try and include stretching exercises to keep the office body limber and flexible. These work well for me, and I pass on this message to direct reports.

10 Books to Read on Resilience at Work: Career resilience in a changing workplace. Betsy Collard. Building resilience at work. Kathryn McEwen. Resilience at work: how to succeed no matter what life throws at you. Salvatore Maddi & Deborah Khoshaba. Building resilience for success: a resource for managers and organizations. C. Cooper, J Flint-Taylor, M Pearn. The mindful workplace: developing resilient individuals and resonant organizations with MBSP. Michael Chaskalson. Fearless at work - Michael Carroll. The authority guide to emotional resilience in business - Robin Hills. Happiness at work: be resilient, motivated and successful – Srikumar S. Rao. The resilient employee - Rosalind Cardinal. Resilience at work - Kathryn Jackson.