These tips were published by Entrepreneur.com.
Define current priorities
When everything seems to be falling apart, it is easy to be overwhelmed by details and drown in the whole situation. The way out is to define current priorities and work on them. Other, less important things can wait. If you focus on a smaller number of the most essential points, you will be less stressed out and able to add some order to your work.
Avoid being overwhelmed by emotions
The most essential piece of advice is: do not become overwhelmed by emotions and keep a strictly professional attitude. Try to set feelings aside and focus on the core of the problem you are facing. Try also to separate assumptions from facts and keep a rational mindset, especially if there is simply too much going on.
Delegate work to team members
If you are facing a challenging situation or handling too much at once, you should definitely delegate work to your team. Prepare an action plan and divide the problem into smaller, specific tasks. If possible, delegate these tasks among team members. In crisis situations, it is essential everybody feels they are contributing to the solution and that you as a team are proceeding towards a successful end.
Ask for help
Being a team manager does not mean you should handle everything all by yourself. If help from your team is not enough, seek assistance from colleagues or approach your line manager. Admitting there is too much going on is less a sign of weakness than of a systemic mistake.
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