Job Stress What Can You Do Part II
Job Stress What Can You Do Part II
Reconsider all meetings. Unproductive meetings are among the worse time wasters in businesses today. Meetings should only be held when interaction is required, and only those directly involved or affected should be required to attend. Productive meetings serve an essential purpose to share important information and/or to solve critical problems. But unnecessary meetings just delay the completion of important objectives, which ultimately results in more pressure and stress. A study quoted in The Wall Street Journal reported that if American managers started and ended their meetings on time and followed an agenda they could save 80% of the time they currently waste in meetings!
Control your diet. If you put low octane fuel in your car your engine will still run, but not at top performance level. The same principle is true for your mind and body. If you regularly consume refined sugar, large amounts of caffeine, and foods high in fat or if you skip meals you can still function, but with much less efficiency. A healthy diet is key to maintaining good concentration, a high level of energy and a healthy outlook on life.
Get your heart pumping. Physical activity is one of the best stress busters around. A brisk walk, game of tennis, or aerobics class helps you let off steam and distracts you from your source of stress. Exercise can also boost your immune system and help you to fight off illnesses that stress can cause.
Stop mulling it over take action. If you're overloaded with worries, sit down with a pen and paper and spend 15 minutes writing down your concerns and potential solutions to the problems. By the time you finish, you will realize that you dont feel as worried because you are now better prepared to take action.
Recommended Daily Habits
Set realistic goals and expectations for yourself
Do something nice for someone
Share a laugh or a word of encouragement with someone you like
Make a list of things you are most grateful for
Take a leisurely bath or hot shower
Rest your eyes for 15 to 30 minutes without interruption
Relax outdoors, enjoying nature
Revisit your accomplishments - even the smallest ones
Listen to soothing music
Get up 15 minutes early to avoid having to rush
Watch a funny movie or television program
Spend 30 minutes reading a good book
Take a walk around the building
If you are an employer, be aware of what your company or organization can do to help your employees minimize stress in the workplace. Here are just a few things to consider:
Provide a safe and comfortable environment in which to work
Provide a workplace free from all forms of harassment
Make sure adequate resources are provided to complete assignments
Discourage excessive work hours over an extended period of time
Develop management practices based on equality of treatment
Provide reasonable workload allocation and feedback on performance
Encourage staff to maintain and improve their physical and psychological health
Strive to ensure good communication throughout the organization
Provide information and training to enable staff to develop their skills and maximize their contribution to the business
Managing stress in the workplace or anywhere else in life, for that matter is really a question of balance. If your work is very busy, hectic or noisy, balance it with quiet times and relaxing activities. If your job is mentally demanding or requires long periods of concentration, balance it with play and physical activity. Eat enough but not too much. Enjoy time with family and friends, offset with periods of solitude and reflection. The key is recognizing the value of activities that arent related to your work and giving them adequate priority in your daily calendar.
And theres one more thing to consider: If keeping your life in balance just isnt enough to relieve your stress, you may be wise to consider meeting with a coach or counselor to help you discover if your work stress is an indication that you should pursue another job or even another career altogether. Listen to your stress it might be trying to tell you something!
Job Stress What Can You Do Part II - To learn more about this author, visit Todd Linaman's Website.
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Last time I shared several tips to help you cope with on-the-job stress. Here are several additional tips that will help you be more effective and productive at work.
Reconsider all meetings. Unproductive meetings are among the worse time wasters in businesses today. Meetings should only be held when interaction is required, and only those directly involved or affected should be required to attend. Productive meetings serve an essential purpose to share important information and/or to solve critical problems. But unnecessary meetings just delay the completion of important objectives, which ultimately results in more pressure and stress. A study quoted in The Wall Street Journal reported that if American managers started and ended their meetings on time and followed an agenda they could save 80% of the time they currently waste in meetings!
Control your diet. If you put low octane fuel in your car your engine will still run, but not at top performance level. The same principle is true for your mind and body. If you regularly consume refined sugar, large amounts of caffeine, and foods high in fat or if you skip meals you can still function, but with much less efficiency. A healthy diet is key to maintaining good concentration, a high level of energy and a healthy outlook on life.
Get your heart pumping. Physical activity is one of the best stress busters around. A brisk walk, game of tennis, or aerobics class helps you let off steam and distracts you from your source of stress. Exercise can also boost your immune system and help you to fight off illnesses that stress can cause.
Stop mulling it over take action. If you're overloaded with worries, sit down with a pen and paper and spend 15 minutes writing down your concerns and potential solutions to the problems. By the time you finish, you will realize that you dont feel as worried because you are now better prepared to take action.
Recommended Daily Habits
Set realistic goals and expectations for yourself
Do something nice for someone
Share a laugh or a word of encouragement with someone you like
Make a list of things you are most grateful for
Take a leisurely bath or hot shower
Rest your eyes for 15 to 30 minutes without interruption
Relax outdoors, enjoying nature
Revisit your accomplishments - even the smallest ones
Listen to soothing music
Get up 15 minutes early to avoid having to rush
Watch a funny movie or television program
Spend 30 minutes reading a good book
Take a walk around the building
If you are an employer, be aware of what your company or organization can do to help your employees minimize stress in the workplace. Here are just a few things to consider:
Provide a safe and comfortable environment in which to work
Provide a workplace free from all forms of harassment
Make sure adequate resources are provided to complete assignments
Discourage excessive work hours over an extended period of time
Develop management practices based on equality of treatment
Provide reasonable workload allocation and feedback on performance
Encourage staff to maintain and improve their physical and psychological health
Strive to ensure good communication throughout the organization
Provide information and training to enable staff to develop their skills and maximize their contribution to the business
Managing stress in the workplace or anywhere else in life, for that matter is really a question of balance. If your work is very busy, hectic or noisy, balance it with quiet times and relaxing activities. If your job is mentally demanding or requires long periods of concentration, balance it with play and physical activity. Eat enough but not too much. Enjoy time with family and friends, offset with periods of solitude and reflection. The key is recognizing the value of activities that arent related to your work and giving them adequate priority in your daily calendar.
And theres one more thing to consider: If keeping your life in balance just isnt enough to relieve your stress, you may be wise to consider meeting with a coach or counselor to help you discover if your work stress is an indication that you should pursue another job or even another career altogether. Listen to your stress it might be trying to tell you something!
Job Stress What Can You Do Part II - To learn more about this author, visit Todd Linaman's Website.
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