Leaders are often expected to control emotions, embody assertiveness, detachment, and autonomy, and be results-driven and resilient in highly stressful situations. However, this approach sometimes ...

Strong emotions are inevitable in a stressful work world. And it can be difficult to control emotions—especially in tense situations at work. Maybe you’ve been so frustrated with a colleague that you ...

Close the loop with something solved, even if small. A simple statement, such as, “OK, we’ve got a clear next step,” can give a sense of completion and signal safety to the brain. It also helps ...

DEAR READER: It’s not a question of if, but when, your emotions emerge, how can you keep calm and carry on? If you’ve ever lost control of your emotions at work, you’re not alone. According to an ...

In today’s high-pressure workplaces, emotions are omnipresent—from quiet frustration over a missed deadline to visible tension during a difficult meeting. Often, these emotional undercurrents stem not ...

Your emotions at work aren’t fixed, even when they feel completely overwhelming during high-pressure situations. We can change them (with some effort and practice) to improve our performance, enhance ...

Mental health challenges in the workplace are getting worse, not better. Employees’ mental well-being took a dramatic dip during the Covid pandemic and is still at risk due to ongoing stressors such ...

A conversation with Michigan Ross’s Lindy Greer and Christina Bradley on handling uncomfortable situations. Many managers don’t know what to say when a team member appears angry, frustrated, or sad.

Mistakes will happen. When they do, this simple framework will help you control your emotional response. You’ll be more ...