Burnout to Brilliance - Mitigating Stress for Enhanced Employee Output
Factors affecting to the employee performance
Workplace stress has significant
effects over the employees’ job performance. According to Psychology,
work stress influences employees’ psychological states. Employee performance is
the result of the individual’s efforts at work (Robbins, 2005). It affects
their effort levels at work (Lu, 1997; Richardson and Rothstein, 2008; Lai et
al., 2022).
Stress can help or damage work performance, depending on how big the stress level is (Davis & Newstrom, 2008). High stress work may trigger health problems in employees over time due to high job demands, low job control, and low social support at work (Chou et al., 2015; Park et al., 2016; Lu et al., 2020).
Main reasons cause to Work stress
There is basic three reasons which may cause to stress.
Other reasons for work stress
- Crunched timelines
- Occupational demands
- Lack of Communication
- Relationship with manager
- Uncomfortable office environments
Impact of work stress
Mental health problems of typical
response to work stress are irritability, nervousness, aggressive behavior,
inattention, sleep, and memory disturbances (Mayerl et al., 2016; Neupane and
Nygard, 2017). Also, mental health problems such as anxiety or depression may
occur If the stress persists for a considerable period (Bhui et al., 2012;
Eskilsson et al., 2017).
- Lowers job satisfaction, lack of motivation and low moral
- Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- High absenteeism, turnover, and poor performance and productivity
- Musculoskeletal disorders, digestive problems, and migraines
- Intensifies mental health issues like anxiety and depression
- Weakens in immune systems
- Shortens temper and makes us feel irritated
- Physical health problems such as headaches, stomachaches, and sleep disturbances.
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Stress causes issues like irritability, depression, and even physical ailments such as headaches and digestive problems. Factors like crunched timelines, lack of communication, and poor relationships with managers contribute to this stress.
Addressing these issues is vital to improve overall job satisfaction and productivity. How do you think companies can help reduce workplace stress for their employees?
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Thank you for your insightful comment! You’ve made an excellent point about the interconnected nature of stress, especially in the workplace. It's true that stress can stem from many different sources, and it’s crucial for organizations to recognize the psychological impacts on employees. The growing trend of having counselors or mental health support within companies is definitely a step in the right direction. As you mentioned, it’s not only the responsibility of HR but also of leadership to foster a supportive environment that emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and attention to individual needs. By addressing stress at all levels, organizations can help create a healthier, more productive work culture. I appreciate your thoughts on this important topic!
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ReplyDeleteThat's an excellent point! One of the main reasons for occupational demands can indeed stem from employees feeling either over-evaluated or under-evaluated. When expectations are misaligned with an employee's skills or capacity, it can lead to stress, burnout, or disengagement. Over-evaluation may result in unrealistic pressure to constantly perform at a high level, while under-evaluation can leave employees feeling undervalued or overlooked. This should be a well concerned point by the management and HRs.
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