Pideya Learning Academy

Time and Stress Management for Professionals

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Course Overview

In today’s dynamic and fast-paced professional environments, managing time and controlling stress are not optional—they are essential skills that influence overall productivity, well-being, and success. “Time and Stress Management for Professionals” is a comprehensive program that integrates the strategic principles of time mastery with advanced stress management techniques. It is designed to equip professionals with the tools and mindset required to navigate both demanding schedules and high-pressure scenarios effectively.
This course combines the essential elements of Time Management and Stress Reduction Training with proven strategies from Stress Management Techniques for Workplace Efficiency. It acknowledges that time mismanagement and chronic stress are two interlinked productivity barriers that impact individual and organizational performance alike.
According to the American Institute of Stress, 83% of US workers suffer from work-related stress, and stress contributes to approximately $300 billion in annual costs due to absenteeism, diminished productivity, and healthcare expenses. Additionally, a McKinsey report reveals that time mismanagement by mid-level managers results in up to 30% of productivity losses, underlining the urgency of mastering both stress and time management skills.
Throughout the program, participants will delve into identifying time wasters, building task prioritization frameworks, and applying digital tools to enhance scheduling. Simultaneously, they will learn evidence-based stress-reduction techniques such as breathing exercises, cognitive reframing, diet correction, and relaxation methods. The ability to transform stress into motivational energy and respond positively to external and internal stressors is a key outcome of this course.
Among the key highlights of this training are the application of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey, the use of MS-Outlook and cloud-based applications for time control, identification of stress triggers and their physiological impact, and integration of mind-body techniques to manage workplace burnout. These features are designed to enhance workplace morale, promote wellness, and support long-term performance consistency.
The curriculum offers valuable insight for professionals who are responsible for managing teams, targets, and time-sensitive deliverables, while also dealing with high-stress work environments.
By the end of this course, participants will have a renewed sense of control, enabling them to contribute more effectively and sustainably to their organizations and personal lives.

Course Objectives

Understand the foundations and value of time and stress management in modern workplaces
Recognize personal time management inefficiencies and stress triggers
Learn to prioritize tasks, set realistic goals, and manage external demands
Implement mental and physical techniques to reduce stress symptoms
Apply digital tools and scheduling applications to streamline tasks
Cultivate habits of personal effectiveness and healthy decision-making
Improve communication and self-management under pressure

Personal Benefits

Enhanced control over time and workload
Improved emotional resilience and clarity in decision-making
Balanced work-life integration
Elevated energy levels and mental focus
Strengthened interpersonal relationships at work and home
Lifelong skills for handling anxiety and burnout

Organisational Benefits

Improved employee productivity through better time utilization
Reduced absenteeism and medical leaves linked to stress
Enhanced workplace morale and collaboration
Increased ability to meet business deadlines and KPIs
Better leadership across departments through efficient stress handling
Stronger retention of high-performing professionals

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:
Managers, supervisors, and team leaders
High-performance professionals under deadline pressure
HR professionals and employee well-being advocates
Professionals experiencing frequent stress or burnout
Anyone aiming to optimize their time and elevate performance sustainably

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Time and Stress Management
Definition and significance of time management What is stress? Interrelationship between stress and poor time usage Myths around time management Facts about stress: short-term vs chronic
Module 2: Value of Time and Stress Recognition
Time as a valuable resource Recognizing symptoms of stress (physical, mental, emotional, behavioral) Understanding acute vs chronic stress Common time-wasting behaviors and their stress implications
Module 3: Identifying and Managing Time Wasters
Self-imposed vs system-imposed time wasters Effects of unmanaged time wasters on stress levels Planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and decision-making as time management tools
Module 4: Setting Goals and Priorities
Difference between goals and objectives Techniques for setting goals effectively Developing a results-driven “To-Do List” Applying the Self-Management Matrix Prioritization frameworks
Module 5: Leveraging Digital Tools for Time Efficiency
Time management using MS Outlook (Calendar, Notes, Tasks) Mobile and cloud-based productivity apps Integrating digital tools to reduce administrative stress Aligning tech usage with work-life boundaries
Module 6: Mastering the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Overview of Stephen Covey’s Seven Habits: Be Proactive Begin with the End in Mind Put First Things First Think Win-Win Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood Synergize Sharpen the Saw Application of these habits for time and stress alignment
Module 7: The Physiology of Stress
Understanding the HPA Axis and cortisol The neurological basis of stress and adrenal fatigue Brain lateralization and stress reactions Physical effects: hypertension, respiratory dysfunction, autoimmune disorders
Module 8: Internal and External Stress Triggers
Thought patterns: negative vs positive thinking Emotional responses: worry, anxiety, and anger Work-life conflicts and parental or caregiver stress Behavioral patterns leading to burnout
Module 9: Managing Overload and Making Choices
Recognizing mental overload Learning to say “No” and the cost of saying “Yes” The ASAP trap and urgency vs importance Organizational techniques for balancing competing demands
Module 10: Lifestyle-Based Stress Control
Sleep, exercise, music, and visual imagery Healthy dietary habits Deep breathing and relaxation techniques Establishing routines that lower stress thresholds
Module 11: Medical and Holistic Approaches to Stress
Drug therapies and their role in stress relief Holistic and alternative therapies The mind-body connection and self-healing mechanisms Evaluating the need for medical intervention
Module 12: Crisis and Trauma Management
Understanding extreme stress scenarios Trauma types: T1, T2, T3 Communication cycles in crisis Relaxation processes and phobia treatment Emotional first-aid and survival strategies
Module 13: Stress Reduction and Breathing Techniques
The science of breathing (Breatheology) Diaphragmatic breathing and breath counting Integration of physical movement and stress relief Building the habit of focused mindfulness
Module 14: Final Tools for Resilience and Long-Term Balance
Rules for stress reduction Developing a stress treatment plan Assessing psychosomatic conditions Psychological resilience and proactive mental health Becoming a source of support for others

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