Our Principle Approach – The ARISE Method

When the pressure is at its peak, teams must operate efficiently, make rapid decisions, and work cohesively to meet organisational goals. In high-stress environments such as emergency services, the military, and high-stakes corporate or finance, performance is more than just a metric – it’s a survival mechanism. While resilience is a key factor, maintaining and improving performance under sustained pressure is crucial.

At Resilience Rises, we understand that traditional stress management techniques don’t go far enough in high-pressure roles. These roles require a more sophisticated approach that balances the need for resilience with the ongoing demands of performance. That’s where the ARISE Method comes in.

The ARISE Method is a five-stage approach that addresses both the performance challenges and the underlying stress factors that exist in high-stress environments. The process is designed to be thorough, actionable, and sustainable, giving teams the tools they need to not only survive under pressure but thrive.

The ARISE Method

Assessment: Understanding Your Challenges

The first stage of the ARISE Method is Assessment. Before we can implement any strategies for improvement, we need to understand the core issues. In high-stress roles, performance challenges are often tied to deeper issues. Without understanding these core issues, it’s impossible to develop meaningful solutions.

During the assessment phase, we work closely with your leadership team to identify the key factors that are negatively impacting performance. This could include absenteeism due to stress, high turnover rates, or decision-making inefficiencies. By gathering a detailed outline through collaborating with the leadership team, we can get to the root of the problem.

For example, in emergency services, stress-related absenteeism can reduce team effectiveness during critical operations. In financial sectors, stress can lead to poor decision-making, resulting in significant financial losses. The assessment stage allows us to uncover these challenges and understand their causes.

Response: Crafting a Tailored Plan

Once we have a clear picture of your organisation’s challenges, the next step is the Response phase. This is where we design a bespoke plan that addresses the specific stressors and performance issues identified. Every organisation is different, and our solutions are tailored to meet your unique needs.

In the Response phase, we focus on creating interventions that are directly related to enhancing team performance. For example, in a military setting, this might involve training on strategies for quick decision-making in high-pressure situations, helping teams improve their response times and overall efficiency under stress. In a corporate environment, we might focus on stress recovery strategies that can be quickly implemented help individuals maintain focus and productivity during peak periods.

The goal of this phase is to implement psychological strategies that reduce stress and optimise performance. Whether it’s improving team performance through resilience strategies, or addressing individual stressors, the Response plan is designed to help your organisation move forward with a clear, actionable path.

Implementation: Turning Plans into Action

The Implementation phase is where the rubber meets the road. At this stage, we put the tailored plan into action. While the Response phase involves designing solutions, Implementation is all about execution. We work with your team to ensure that the interventions are applied systematically and effectively.

This is not a one-size-fits-all process. We take a hands-on approach, helping teams integrate new performance strategies into their daily operations. For example, we may provide leadership development coaching to help managers better support their teams under pressure. Alternatively, we may run team-building exercises that enhance communication and collaboration during high-stress moments.

During the Implementation phase, our team remains actively involved, ensuring that the new processes are being followed and that any issues are addressed in real-time. This ensures that the interventions take hold and begin to deliver results from day one.

Sustainability: Embedding Lasting Change

Change can be difficult to maintain, particularly in high-stress environments where the pressure never lets up. That’s why the Sustainability phase is critical. Once the new strategies have been implemented, we focus on ensuring that they are embedded into the fabric of your organisation. Our goal is to make sure that the changes we introduce are sustainable in the long term.

Sustainability is about more than just maintaining the status quo – it’s about fostering continuous improvement. At this stage, we help your team integrate performance enhancement strategies into their day-to-day operations so that they become second nature. This might involve individual maintenance plans, ongoing training sessions, or regular reviews to track progress.

By focusing on sustainability, we ensure that the changes we’ve implemented don’t fade away over time. Instead, they become a natural part of your organisation’s operations, helping your team continue to improve their performance, even as external pressures increase.

Evaluation: Measuring Success and Adapting

The final stage of the ARISE Method is Evaluation. This is where we measure the effectiveness of the interventions and make any necessary adjustments to ensure continued improvement. Performance enhancement is not a static process – it requires continuous monitoring and adaptation.

During the Evaluation phase, we gather data to assess the impact of the changes. This could involve tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) related to absenteeism, turnover, or overall team productivity. We use this data to identify areas where the interventions have been successful and areas where further adjustments may be needed.

For example, if we’ve implemented a stress recovery programme, we may track absenteeism rates over several months to see if there has been a noticeable reduction. If absenteeism remains high, we may adapt the programme to address any lingering issues. By continuously evaluating the results, we ensure that your team remains resilient and high-performing in the long term.

Why the ARISE Method Works

The ARISE Method is designed to deliver sustainable, long-term improvements in team performance, particularly in high-stress environments. It’s not just about managing stress – it’s about enhancing resilience and performance in tandem, ensuring that teams can continue to deliver outstanding results, no matter the pressure.

By following a structured, five-stage process – Assessment, Response, Implementation, Sustainability, and Evaluation – we provide organisations with the tools they need to build high-performing, resilient teams. The ARISE Method is not a quick-fix solution; it’s a comprehensive approach that ensures lasting success in even the most demanding environments.

At Resilience Rises, we are committed to helping organisations optimise their performance while addressing the unique challenges that come with high-stress roles.