"We were short-staffed during the quarter, so my workload increased. I received several different projects and assignments, and it felt a little overwhelming and stressful at times. To combat the stress, I first compiled a list of everything I needed to work on the deadlines for each project. By doing this, I was able to prioritize the projects and clearly show my manager my capacity. I used this opportunity to connect with my manager to ensure our priorities aligned and to get feedback on what could be considered a lower priority until we had additional support on the team. I find that taking a deep breath and keeping a positive attitude is also helpful in these situations."

"I thrive in a fast-paced environment, and that's the type of setting I currently work in. I find that keeping myself organized week to week and having a solid understanding of my tasks and priorities reduces stress. I take proactive steps to manage stress in the workplace. I set realistic expectations for myself and am not afraid to ask for help when needed. I also make sure I take my meal breaks each day to maintain my energy and give myself a little mental health break before diving back into my responsibilities. I also keep a positive attitude because I've found that if I'm negative or allow negativity around me, I can't handle stress. I'm pretty level-headed, and it takes a lot to upset my balance, so I'm confident I would be successful in another fast-paced environment."