According to a study by Oxford, stress in the workplace continues to be one of the biggest problems companies face, affecting overall employee wellbeing. Stress has both direct negative effects on individuals experiencing it and companies paying for it, as productivity drops.
Employee wellbeing is one of the most important aspects of building a healthy work environment. The workload seems to be one of the primary factors leading to work stress.
While finding a completely stress-free job is very hard, learning coping mechanisms and techniques to reduce stress is a lot easier than you would imagine. Here are 10 tips for stress management at work.
Towards employee wellbeing
Plan your day ahead
Having a million things to do and not knowing where to start is one of the worst feelings. Planning your day ahead is a great way to reduce anxiety as you will prioritize your work and be productive.
No matter what the task you have in front of you looks like, breaking your work into pieces or creating a checklist will structure your day.
Handle your workload
Having too much on your plate will immediately block your productivity. A huge part of employee well-being includes learning to manage your workload and speaking out when you feel overwhelmed.
Managers should learn to control the weight of the workload they place on their workforce. However, if you feel you lack the tools or capabilities to complete the work, speak to your manager to find help.
Work-personal life balance
Lately, hustle culture and technology have made it harder for employees to unplug from their jobs. Therefore now more than ever to achieve employee well-being workers need to find work-life balance.
Stick to your schedule and prioritize your work. Making sure you log off completely from your work apps after work will reduce the chance of working after hours. Be diligent about your schedule and dedicate time for yourself and your loved ones.
Be clear on requirements
A lot of times, stress comes from not knowing how to do your work. Not knowing what your managers expect from you or handling many roles at once can drain your energy completely.
To achieve employee wellbeing, you need to speak out and be clear on requirements and expectations.
Do not multitask
According to Forbes the average business professional has 30 to 100 projects on their plate. Modern workers are interrupted seven times an hour and distracted for up to 2.1 hours a day.
There are divided opinions on this topic, some studies show that multitasking is counterproductive in most cases, unless your team is extremely organized. Focusing on a task at a time can minimize errors and speed up deadlines.
Engage in other activities
Work is essential to survive (being honest), but your life doesn’t have to be consumed by your work. Finding different activities to unwind and relax such as sports, art classes, or any hobby that will take your mind off of work.
Finding 30 minutes to relax after a long day of work can let your mind rest and prepare for the next day and lead you towards employee wellbeing.
Establish boundaries
Boundaries are necessary for every type of relationship. Employee wellbeing is focused on setting boundaries to promote a healthy workspace culture.
Communication is extremely necessary to establish boundaries. Identifying your priorities, and learning to say no when necessary will guarantee success and employee wellbeing.
Be proactive
Acting before reacting is so important when looking to reduce stress at work. Planning ahead and having a strategy to tackle obstacles and problems at work instead of reacting is important to reduce stress.
By having a plan, next time you face an issue at work, you’ll be able to overcome it easily.
Prioritize sleep
This is a no-brainer.
There is no better remedy than a good night’s sleep. Sleep is your best friend when reducing stress.
If you are looking to increase employee wellbeing incorporating a nighttime routine and actually sticking to it will bring endless benefits to your health.
Change your own narrative
We are usually our worst critics, changing your narrative and having a positive outlook on life will change the way you view things. Being your biggest supporter and working hard to keep your mind grounded will guarantee reduced stress levels and employee wellbeing.
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