Stress Management for Working Professionals

In the VUCA world,  individuals and organizations are facing unprecedented challenges that disrupt traditional business practices and employees’ emotional well-being. This Management Development Program (MDP) is designed to address the increasing prevalence of stress in both professional and personal spheres, emphasizing the need for effective management strategies that promote a more humane and sustainable work environment.

Objectives of the Program:

1. To understand the various causes of Stress in the workplace and bust the myth
2. To encourage participants to internalize various management concepts and practices, enhancing their ability to apply these insights in real-world scenarios
3. To design a well thought out stress-free zone at workplace
4. To equip participants with tools to manage stress effectively, improving overall performance and quality of life

Module/ Contents of the Program

Module 1: Understanding Stress in the current context

• Analyze the impact of VUCA realities on mental health and workplace dynamics
• Discuss the implications of stress on performance and well-being

Module 2: Exploring Management Concepts and Internalization Processes

• Introduce key theories and frameworks related to stress management
• Examine case studies of organizations successfully implementing stress reduction practice
• Facilitate workshops where participants can share personal experiences and reflections
• Encourage collaborative learning through discussions on insights from historical thinkers and modern leaders

Module 3:  Practical Application and Action Planning

• Develop personalized action plans for integrating stress management techniques into daily routines
• Set measurable goals for enhancing workplace relationships and overall effectiveness

Module 4: Approaches to manage stress

• Introducing stress management techniques
• Introducing mindfulness, mediation techniques and its role in enhancing mental well being

Outcome:

This MDP offers a holistic approach to understanding and managing stress, recognizing its critical role in shaping a healthier work environment. By blending time-honored wisdom with contemporary practices, participants will leave equipped to navigate the complexities of modern life and work with resilience and compassion.

Pedagogy:

Case Study & Audio Video Presentations, Dialogues and Discussions, Team activities, Experiential Processes

Intended Audience:

The composition of audience can be of every level of management including lower and middle level.