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Positive stress, on the other hand, relates to the underutilization of an employee's talents. Such an employee may for example feel underutilized and underappreciated. The employee may also feel that his or her rewards do not match the talents and abilities brought to the workplace. This results in a lack of control and power in determining one's own responsibilities (Chapman). A lack of adequate communication in the workplace lead to further feelings of stress in this regard.
Both positive and negative stress therefore relate to an employee's lack of control over his or her workplace demands. It is therefore this lack of control that should be the focus of investigation into stress indicators. The root of the matter needs to be eradicated before effective changes can be implemented.
It should also be kept in mind that some stress in the workplace is not always negative. Indeed, a certain measure of stress is necessary for optimal performance. The manager should however be...
Communication is therefore of great importance. It should also be kept in mind that an adequate balance needs to be maintained between work and family.
In determining stress indicators, it is therefore important to investigate the root causes before implementing mitigating measures. Possible stress factors at work, such as long hours and underutilization therefore need to be investigated, as well as possible indicators of chronic illness and substance abuse. Only by maintaining stress at a reasonable level can managers ensure optimal performance in the workplace. Stress indicators should therefore be identified and mitigated within a reasonable time, before excessive amounts lead to chronic problems for both the worker and his or her environment.
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Chapman, Alan. "Stress Management techniques for stress relief and management." 1995-2007. http://www.businessballs.com/stressmanagement.htm
In determining stress indicators, it is therefore important to investigate the root causes before implementing mitigating measures. Possible stress factors at work, such as long hours and underutilization therefore need to be investigated, as well as possible indicators of chronic illness and substance abuse. Only by maintaining stress at a reasonable level can managers ensure optimal performance in the workplace. Stress indicators should therefore be identified and mitigated within a reasonable time, before excessive amounts lead to chronic problems for both the worker and his or her environment.
Source
Chapman, Alan. "Stress Management techniques for stress relief and management." 1995-2007. http://www.businessballs.com/stressmanagement.htm
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