Are you stressed at work? Everyone who has ever held a job has, at some point, felt the pressure of work-related stress. Any job can have stressful elements, even if you love what you do. In today’s episode called: Manage Stress to Achieve Success, we’re going to discuss how stress impacts workplace performance and provide some strategies to manage it. Now, let’s start today’s conversation!
Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S3 Ep. 4 - Manage Stress to Achieve Success
Show agenda:
Are you stressed out at work?
Definition of Stress
What are the common sources of stress in professional settings, and how can individuals effectively manage them to maintain productivity and well-being?
Can you share some practical strategies or techniques for integrating mindfulness and stress management into daily work routines?
How does a healthy work-life balance contribute to long-term success and career satisfaction?
What are some actionable steps for achieving this balance?
What role does self-care play in managing stress and enhancing performance? How can professionals prioritize self-care without compromising their professional responsibilities?Stress Statistics:Stress in the workplace can have significant impacts on employees and organizations. Here are some statistics regarding its effects:
1. Productivity Loss: According to the American Institute of Stress, workplace stress costs U.S. employers approximately $300 billion annually in lost productivity.
2. Absenteeism: Stress is a leading cause of absenteeism. The World Health Organization estimates that stress-related absenteeism costs companies $300 billion per year in the United States alone.
3. Health Costs: Employees experiencing high levels of stress are more likely to have health issues such as heart disease, obesity, and depression. This can lead to increased healthcare costs for both employees and employers.
4. Turnover: Stressful work environments contribute to higher turnover rates. The American Psychological Association reports that 25% of employees have left a job due to stress, with 46% citing workload as the primary stressor.
5. Impact on Mental Health: Stress in the workplace can significantly impact mental health. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) states that job stress is associated with a range of mental health issues, including anxiety and burnout.
6. Effect on Engagement: High levels of stress can lower employee engagement and morale. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) found that 55% of employees reported feeling less productive at work due to stress.
Stress Tips:1. Prioritize Tasks 3. Delegate
4. Practice Mindfulness
5. Exercise Regularly
6. Healthy Lifestyle
7. Set Realistic Goals
8. Seek Support
Summary
In summary, stress can be managed and even become positive by addressing, reducing, or removing some of the causes; establishing boundaries between work and life outside; and allowing yourself to recharge.
Guest: Jontae Reese, Director of Culture & Engagement at Golden Pass LNG.
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jontaereese119/
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