Stress Management
of Organization.
Stress
Is experienced by
people when in tension or pressure. It generates a discomfort and
sometimes even feel helplessness. If a person experiencing stress attributes towards someone else or to some situation, over which that person has only little
control. In reality the stress comes out of what the person thinks about that
situation. It is a creation of their own mind.
"A dynamic condition which an individual is confronted with an opportunity, constraint or demand related to what he or she desires and for which outcome is perceived to be both uncertainty and important". (Robbins,S,P;,2005)
Effect of
stress on Employees
It helps to be
tense at the appropriate moment. The stress optimizes the use of available
energy and competencies. Stress is a condition when the body senses a danger, and in that perception the body automatically get prepared to face it.
In an organization
when there are targets and goals to be achieved or a huge work load to be done
employees automatically get tensed and stresses their minds. That helps to bring
out the additional capacity within them towards achieving goals as result of overcoming
of stress.
If the condition
of stress continues for a long time, without abating the changed situation
would not be reversed to normal. Stress can become the cause of illnesses. So,
the stress condition must not be allowed to last long.
Causes of
stress in Workplace
- Poor
organizational culture
- Excessive
work load
- Inadequate
Resources
- Poor
management – (Under managed or Over managed)
- Lack
of communication
- Less
opportunity for growth
- Lack
of recognition
- Fear
of failure
- Workplace
harassment
- Worry
on Job security
It is important to avoid or minimize the above to keep a healthier working environment. Which can be done using employee motivational factors such as Rewarding, Welfare, Appreciations, Training programs and etc.
Importance of Stress management to Organizations.
·
Motivate
employees better
Using a low stress working environment can lift the moral of employees that helps to keep them focus on the job, which helps to bring out extra capacity within them.
·
Increases
the Productivity.
Since employees get afraid to make mistakes or afraid to fail. So, they tend to make no mistakes and that ultimately leads to productivity.
·
Reduces
organizational conflicts.
Creation of sub cultures within the organization will reduced or weakened. Therefor team spirit will remain the same within the working environment.
·
Ability
to face tough situations.
When stressed the employees will seek for help and guidance. As a good manager or a leader must identify them and must guide them through the situation.
Conclusion
Stress of employees within an organization is common and cannot be eliminated completely. By providing necessary care and guidance when needed will help them to overcome stress.
The right amount of stress is also beneficial for organizations by leading to productivity. Therefor a company must take action to manage the employee stress at the optimum level towards achieving goals and objectives.
References
Armstrong,M;,(2014), A Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice 10th edition.
In a work place employee stress can arise due to the mis match between the organizational expectations and the capacity of an employee of achieving them. Lack of stress management can lead for higher turnover, absenteeism and underperformance. Therefore HRM must take practical actions to procedures to handle, for the benefit of the employees and Organization. A good article Gangani. Thankyou for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the comment Rukmali.
DeleteStress management refers to a wide spectrum of techniques and therapies that aim to control a person's levels of stress, especially chronic stress, to improve everyday functioning. To reduce workplace stress, managers can monitor each employee's workload to ensure it is in line with their capabilities and resources. Healthier employees operating under manageable levels of stress will be happier and more positive, helping to maintain a strong, healthy workplace culture that's conducive to creativity and productivity. Less sick days: Stress is one of the leading causes of absenteeism in the workplace.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the comment Oshadha.
DeleteManagers are in a unique position when it comes to workplace stress. As they are responsible for setting the pace, assigning tasks, and fostering the social customs that govern the work group, management must be aware of the repercussions of mismanaging and inducing stress. Managers should consistently discuss job satisfaction and professional and personal health with each of their subordinates one on one. Thank you for sharing this informative blog
ReplyDeleteThank you for the comment Mihirani.
DeleteGangani thanks for sharing, It is found that in 2020, of British adults in employment a staggering 79% commonly experience work-related stress. This is 20% higher than 2018's findings
ReplyDeleteThank you for the comment Nandun.
DeleteVery important topic Gangani. Stress is very common in business world these days. In fact some of them got used to it. Some of then addicted to stressed , Which is very unhealthy . Managing the stress to a some level is a responsibility of a employer . HRM has a viral role to play , As well as employee also should try to manage stress as it is not good for health .
ReplyDeleteThank you for the comment Tharindu.
DeleteHi Gangani.A combination of organizational change and stress management is a productive approach to preventing stress at work. Stress management refers to a wide spectrum of techniques and therapies that aim to control a person’s levels of stress, especially chronic stress, to improve everyday functioning.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the comment Bhashitha.
DeleteThank you for sharing the valuable ideas in stress management. Especially during these covid pandemic days, stress is quite high due to internal and external environmental pressure.
ReplyDeleteTo overcome the present stress situation novel ideas have to be thought of and new techniques are necessary for their implementation.
If the HRM division of the company does not think afresh of new ways and means of stress management the organization may have to face problems in production, progress and profit making,
All the best for the future blogs.
Thank you for the comment Janarthan.
DeleteIf a company has a higher number of missing days, Overall productivity is down. Staff turnover is higher. Compensation for employees' medical insurance, as well as other stress-related costs, As a result, it's evident that there's a negative link between stress and job performance. Stress management is required for organizations to overcome this condition.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the comment Nadeeshan
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