With the changing corporate atmosphere workplace related stress seems to be increasing day by day. Due to the high global competition, expectation and standards have been set high which has also resulted in increased work hours. A recent survey shows that 65% of the workers complained with stress related issue and desired to learn ways of dealing with stress in their day to day life.
Here are some tips that would help you to handle stress at your workplace.
1) Learning to take mini breaks – Studies has shown that a 5 minute break for every hour of work is useful. You can use this time to take a deep breath and have some cool water, this will help you to refresh for the next hour of work without feeling fatigued. Mini breaks such as this would help you more than the long break as you don’t lose your focus and concentration.
2) Organizing and prioritizing your work – Work related stress can be controlled with proper time management. Avoid unnecessary breaks, gossips and other distractions. Try to avoid your personal call, chats and personal mail during work hours. Just focus on your work and never stay extra hours in office.
3) Learning to say “NO” – At times you are over burdened new projects and it is at this time that you would have to walk up to your superiors and let them know that you cannot take any more new projects until the existing ones are complete. Don’t be a meek, instead stand your ground and convey your point.
4) Listening to soft music while working - This might not be suitable for certain jobs but will definitely work for the rest. Make sure the volume is low and it does not hinder your or your colleagues. Try using ear plugs as this will cut off the other background noise and will help you to feel more focused.
5) Coming out of fear of performance – Always try to do work to the best of your ability and don’t expect praises from your managers.
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