February 2, 2026
08:00
Hilton DoubleTree West End or equivalent hotel
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This course is part of the AfriLeaders Suite of professional development courses, all of which have been specifically selected and tailored to equip sub-Saharan African professionals with the skills and knowledge that they need to thrive in today’s dynamic business and industrial environments.
Covering areas such as leadership and management, digital transformation, project management, financial acumen, communication skills, and sustainability practices, the NTUiTiV AfriLeaders Suite is tailored for professionals across multiple sectors, including energy, finance, manufacturing, public administration, and technology.
With a focus on practical application, global best practices, and regional relevance, the courses in the AfriLeaders Suite empower participants to enhance decision-making, drive organizational performance, and position themselves as leaders in the rapidly evolving African marketplace.
It’s another example of the NTUiTiV Difference…
This immersive 5-day experience guides professionals through understanding and mastering pressure, stress, and overthinking. Through interactive workshops, cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness labs, and reflective exercises, you’ll develop the mental tools to reduce overwhelm, enhance clarity, and perform under pressure.
Overload is the new norm: Whether in leadership, project delivery, or daily responsibilities, pressure and rumination impact well-being and decision-making.
Breaking harmful cycles: Left unchecked, stress and overthinking can lead to burnout, poor focus, and reduced resilience.
Sustainable high performance: Learning to manage mental load restores energy, clarity, and confidence—essential for long-term effectiveness in any role.
Mid to senior managers balancing multiple priorities and deliverables
High-stress professionals in fast-paced environments like finance, healthcare, and security
Project leaders and team supervisors under tight deadlines
Anyone seeking evidence-based techniques to calm their mind and improve focus under stress
Over five enriching days, you will:
Understand stress dynamics – Learn how internal beliefs, perceptions, and thought patterns contribute to pressure and overthinking
Master cognitive-behavioral techniques – Reframe unhelpful thoughts, reduce rumination, and regain mental control
Utilize mindfulness principles – Develop body–mind awareness, grounding practices, and focused attention strategies
Adopt self-management tools – Use sleep, nutrition, breathing, and time structures to support mental resilience
Build healthy routines – Apply holistic methods for balancing mind, body, and spirit during high-pressure periods
Craft a personal action plan – Create tailored strategies to integrate calm performance into daily work
Ellie, Operations Manager – Logistics (5/5)
“I learned how stress is driven by my own thinking patterns. The CBT tools were incredibly useful, and I enjoyed the mindfulness sessions. I plan to use these to manage high-pressure project deadlines effectively.”
Tulip, Team Lead – Financial Services (5/5)
“Understanding overthinking cycles was eye-opening. I found the breathing techniques and journaling labs very helpful, and I enjoyed reflecting with peers. I’ll introduce brief mindful pauses in our daily stand‑ups.”
Jean-Paul, Healthcare Coordinator (5/5)
“The session on self-leadership under stress transformed how I approach overload. The practical routines were hugely useful, and I plan to embed a stress-check debrief in every team shift rotation.”