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Stress Management and Resilience for Administrative Professionals

Address the real pressures of administrative work, tight deadlines, demanding managers and constant interruptions, with practical resilience and stress management techniques. Grounded in everyday South African office life rather than generic wellness theory, the course helps administrators protect their wellbeing while still meeting the demands of a busy office.

What you will be able to do

  • Identify early warning signs of workplace stress and burnout.
  • Apply practical techniques to manage pressure during peak periods.
  • Set boundaries with managers and colleagues without damaging relationships.
  • Build daily habits that support concentration and emotional regulation.
  • Recover quickly from setbacks and high pressure incidents at work.
  • Access appropriate support when workplace stress becomes unmanageable.

Course outline

  1. 01Recognising Stress and Burnout
  2. 02Pressure Management Techniques
  3. 03Setting Boundaries at Work
  4. 04Daily Habits for Resilience
  5. 05Recovering From Setbacks
  6. 06Managing a Demanding Manager
  7. 07Peer Support in the Office
  8. 08Knowing When to Seek Help

Who should attend

This course suits administrative assistants, personal assistants, office coordinators and administrators experiencing sustained workplace pressure.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
24 to 25 Aug 2026Mauritius2US$1,100
31 Aug to 1 Sep 2026Dubai2US$1,100
7 to 8 Sep 2026Lagos2US$1,100
14 to 15 Sep 2026Harare2US$1,100
21 to 22 Sep 2026Kampala2US$1,100
28 to 29 Sep 2026Dar es Salaam2US$1,100
5 to 6 Oct 2026Pretoria2R10,000
12 to 13 Oct 2026Cape Town2R10,000
26 to 27 Oct 2026Online2US$900
2 to 3 Nov 2026Mozambique2US$1,100
9 to 10 Nov 2026Cairo2US$1,100
16 to 17 Nov 2026Accra2US$1,100
23 to 24 Nov 2026Lusaka2US$1,100
30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026Kigali2US$1,100
7 to 8 Dec 2026Nairobi2US$1,100
14 to 15 Dec 2026Durban2R10,000
21 to 22 Dec 2026Johannesburg2R10,000

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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