5 Best Ways On How To Keep Cool At Work

Losing your cool at the drop of a hat can cause people to doubt your credibility as a business leader. Losing your temper once in a while is forgivable—we’ve all been there. But doing so on a regular basis signals to others that you’re not in control of your emotions, and this creates a doubt that puts a dent in your credibility. Try these 5 tips for remaining calm and in control.

1. Think about what’s important

How much will this roadblock affect my output? What does this momentary setback mean to me? How can I do better? Is this issue worth the time and effort contemplating about, or can I focus more on what’s urgent and value-creating?

2. Focus on the positives

While we have little control over the things that happen to us on a daily basis, we have total control over what we think about. People who are able to manage their stress appropriately choose to focus on what is going well regardless of the circumstances they are experiencing. Focusing on the positive allows us to avoid becoming overwhelmed by stressful situations and not take on stress from events and points of view which we have little or no control over.

3. Find ways to get away and re-energize

Technology can get us hooked into thinking we should be available 24/7. Successful people use technology but avoid becoming a slave to it by detaching themselves and taking a break to re-energize. They have set aside planned and scheduled time for themselves and their other interests outside of work, which they tenaciously guard. Others know this about them and respect their off time.

4. Remove yourself from the situation

In case you find yourself in the middle of a tense situation, and should your current schedule allow you to, a quick break can help clear the air. Take a stroll in the park, or grab a cuppa – just do something to make yourself feel better.

5. Call a friend

Sometimes, holding things in or keeping quiet just won’t cut it. Try calling a trusted friend during a free time, or perhaps arrange to meet up for lunch or dinner. Talk it out. Perhaps, another person’s perspective may provide insight as to what can be done better