Managing Crisis at Work

When was the last time you felt like hell at work? Crises happen from time to time and it's always better to be prepared for them, both physically and mentally. "Sound mind in a sound body" they say. I would go further and rephrase it to say "Sound mind and sound body would help you to manage crisis effectively" :). 

One's preparedness and ability to manage crises is not a benefit one is born with. There is a lot much to that and it evolves with experience. However, some personality types tend to be more stress-resistant than others due to natural abilities, including temperament. By the way, what fundamental type of personality prevails in you: sanguine, choleric, melancholic, or phlegmatic? 

There are several tips that might help with crisis management or at least have you prepared if anything unpredictable or aggravating might happen at work or in personal life. 

I would recommend paying close attention to one's physical well-being. Your health cannot be 100% restored when damaged. Eating a healthy diet, working out, meditating, doing yoga, or any other physical activity that brings you joy will strengthen your body that will lead to strengthening your spirit that is needed when managing crisis. 

Physical wellbeing is closely connected with another person's mental health or the state of the spirit as others may say. Mentally strong people are prone to better analyze the situation and handle it with a lot more resistance and patience. Have you ever thought of activities that will help you to develop and support your mental health? Among them might be spending time with your family and loved ones, caring about your hobbies, staying away from toxic personalities, enjoying a stroll or playing with your pet, and what's more. 

Whenever a crisis happens it's going to be all about your emotional intelligence and skill set. Staying calm when everything is falling down is one of the hardest things, but definitely, a good choice to make. Take time before making any decisions unless this is a mayday. Keep your communication style emotionally and gender-neutral unless there is a possibility to stress some points at a specific moment. 

Whenever you are working with the team and leading it towards the goal you would be the main person they will refer to during challenging times. One should be ready to demonstrate supportive behavior which will be definitely reciprocated and may turn out to become a way out of the crisis. Teamwork usually tends to be more effective in overcoming obstacles than acting solely does. Surround yourself and network with same-minded and healthy people and you will be able to count on them in challenging times. 

As it is said, "What goes around comes around". Being a decent person no matter what will become what defines you and no matter what the crisis is, the behavioral patterns used and proper actions taken will help one to succeed, which may even open new horizons and opportunities in front of you waiting to grab them. 

Anyway, try to think of every crisis as an opportunity to become a better leader, a better communicator, a better expert, a better problem-solver, and a better networker.