Xander Hough has devoted over two decades to understanding how people think and feel starting with a degree in psychology and progressing to a career as a senior human resources practitioner and leadership coach, working internationally across sectors as diverse as arts, media, education, hospitality, real estate, fintech, AI and financial services. His own mental illness experiences prompted him to become an advocate and champion of supporting vulnerable and neurodiverse people in the workplace. He speaks to global audiences and writes about his experiences, workplace psychology, mental health, diversity and inclusion, the LGBTQIA+ experience and the world of work.
Ten tips for managing anxiety at work
By Xander Hough
HR Director
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Xander Hough
HR Director
UnderwriteMe
Xander Hough has devoted over two decades to understanding how people think and feel starting with a degree in psychology and progressing to a career as a senior human resources practitioner and leadership coach, working internationally across sectors as diverse as arts, media, education, hospitality, real estate, fintech, AI and financial services. His own mental illness experiences prompted him to become an advocate and champion of supporting vulnerable and neurodiverse people in the workplace. He speaks to global audiences and writes about his experiences, workplace psychology, mental health, diversity and inclusion, the LGBTQIA+ experience and the world of work.
Ten tips for managing anxiety at work
1. Plan all aspects of your day
2. Decompression time
3. Code-switching time
4. Set boundaries + safeguard your time
5. Manage expectations
6. Feedback when things are unreasonable
7. Dial up on self-care
8. Break down tasks into sprints and smaller parts
9. Limit distractions for deep concentration times
10. Reward yourself
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