Running a Business? 10 Ways to Stay Cool Under Pressure

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As posted on RollingStone / Culture Council
December 17, 2025
Thomas Andersen, BTA Cannabis CPA Tax, featured as a member of the RollingStone Culture Council’s Expert Panel
Every leader eventually finds themselves in a moment where the pressure spikes and the stakes rise for their organization. How they respond in those moments often defines not only the outcome but also the confidence and trust they inspire in others.

For these 10 members of Rolling Stone Culture Council, staying cool under pressure is all about developing rituals, habits and mental frameworks that create clarity when everything else feels chaotic. Below, they share the practical strategies that keep them grounded and the real impact those practices have on their leadership….

Separate Your Emotions and Focus on Objectives to Complete

I stay calm under pressure by separating my emotions from the situation and focusing purely on prioritizing objectives to complete. Emotional reactions cloud judgment, especially in business or trade decisions. Joy and over-excitement can detract from focus and objectivity as much as frustration and anger. By staying objective and composed, I remain grounded, setting a steady example for my team. – Thomas Andersen, BTA Cannabis CPA Tax

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