Ep 64 - Mistakes Leaders Make When Things Get Stressful

How you respond to work stress can make or break you as a manager. In this episode, Cindi Baldi and Geoff Tumlin explore what it takes to lead effectively when the stakes are high. They explain why pressure changes how we think, communicate, and behave and how self-awareness and preparation can help you avoid costly missteps.

Cindi and Geoff unpack the science of stress, discuss why experience doesn’t always protect you from its effects, and explain how to train your brain to focus when things get tough. They share practical strategies for handling stress, supporting your team through challenging moments, and making better decisions when time and emotions are working against you.

Listen in to learn how to lead effectively when the pressure is on.

 

Episode Highlights:

• Why stress changes how we think and act
• How to prepare for high-stakes moments at work
• Common mistakes leaders make under pressure
• Strategies to avoid reactive decisions
• The science behind staying cool in tough situations
• How to help your team perform under stress

 

Watch this episode on You Tube: https://youtu.be/T1_SRu2mxmw

 

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