Pedal to the Metal
Buy the largest packet of painkiller you can find. If anyone starts putting pressure on you, hold them up and yell, “Don’t make me take all of these!”
Outsource. Through the wonders of the Internet a 14 year old Lithuanian will complete your spreadsheets for little more than 2 pence a week (U.S. 5 cents).
Set achievable goals and reward yourself with bits and bobs from the stationary cupboard when you attain them.
Never underestimate the power of crying.
Don’t ignore your daily procrastinations; use time management to keep them in your schedule.
Find times to de-stress and use deep breathing exercises at least once every day. Team Meetings are a good place to start.
See how quickly you can push all the buttons on your keyboard. It’s a great way to get rid of tension, and if anyone’s looking they’ll think you’re working really, really fast.
Avoid talking to anyone by pretending you have laryngitis. If they still persist, try shaking your body and rolling your eyes as if you’re having a seizure.
Take up smoking. That way you get a couple more breaks every day.
Replace regular coffee with decaf to make you feel less edgy. Then substitute the caffeine with amphet*mines for that extra get-up-and-go.