Time & Stress Management Skills for Managers (5-Day Course)

Course Description

This comprehensive 5-day course equips managers with essential time management techniques and stress-reduction strategies. Participants will learn to prioritize tasks, delegate effectively, and create a productive work environment. The course combines theory with practical exercises to help managers improve their productivity, achieve work-life balance, and lead high-performing teams.

Learning Objectives

• Develop effective time management skills to increase productivity
• Identify and mitigate common workplace stressors
• Implement strategies to improve work-life balance
• Enhance leadership skills to create a positive work environment
• Apply stress management techniques to boost team performance

Course Modules

Day 1: Understanding Time Management & Stress

• Time management principles and their importance
• Identifying personal time-wasters and productivity blockers
• The impact of stress on managerial performance
• Assessing current stress levels and coping mechanisms

Day 2: Effective Time Management Strategies

• Prioritization techniques (e.g., Eisenhower Matrix)
• Goal setting and SMART objectives
• Effective delegation and task allocation
• Time-blocking and scheduling best practices

Day 3: Stress Management Techniques

• Identifying workplace stressors and their root causes
• Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
• Cognitive restructuring for stress reduction
• Building resilience in high-pressure environments

Day 4: Improving Work-Life Balance

• Setting boundaries between work and personal life
• Effective communication strategies for managing expectations
• Time management tools and technologies
• Creating personalized work-life balance action plans

Day 5: Leading Stress-Free, High-Performing Teams

• Fostering a positive work culture
• Strategies for preventing burnout in team members
• Conflict resolution and stress management in teams
• Developing a long-term stress management strategy

Practical Wins for Participants

• A personalized time management system tailored to individual work styles
• A toolkit of stress-reduction techniques for immediate implementation
• An action plan for improving work-life balance
• Strategies to create a more productive and positive team environment