Can you think of a time when you were under pressure to achieve something or meet a demand? Maybe you had a test to pass, led a critical project at work, or interviewed for your dream job. In manageable doses, pressure can energize and motivate us to succeed. But too little or too much pressure can have the opposite effect.

In this lesson, we’ll explore the relationship between pressure and performance. You’ll learn what pressure is, how it impacts work performance, and how to manage it.