“Boost” Programme Content (Cont.)

BOOST YOUR PERFORMANCE – MAKE STRESS YOUR FRIEND OVERVIEW

Playing To Your Strengths Masterclass Overview

This Masterclass looks at the human performance curve and explores the role of stress in driving optimal performance. We look at how to pick up on signs of stress and practice techniques for dealing with stress in the moment

This Masterclass will use the “viacharacter strengths finder” questionnaire. To explore participants strengths and we will look at how to use them to become more effective in your work and personal life.

Topics Covered

• Human performance curve

• How stress can impact performance

• What is stress and why does it help us perform

• Recognising signs of stress

• Managing stress in the moment – techniques for stress busting

Activites

• Discussion re signs of stress

• Breakout re stress busting techniques

• Mindful breathing exercise

During the Masterclass participants will:

• Understand the relevance and benefits of these insights.

• Learn why playing to your strengths is more important than improving your weaknesses.

• Take the online test (email required to receive results) and learn your top 5 Signature Strengths.

• Create an action plan for how you can use these strengths more frequently.