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Stress
in the workplace is an unavoidable part of life. Job
stress is defined as the harmful physical and emotional
responses that occur when the requirements of the
job do not match the capabilities, resources or needs
of the worker.
Frequently,
workers faced with high demands and little or no
control over a situation experience increased stress.
Some jobs tend to be more stressful, such as those
dealing with dangerous settings, demanding customers,
time pressures, and repetitive work. However, stress
is not limited to any one job or industry.
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A
Northwestern National Life study found that 40% of
employees report their job is “very or extremely
stressful.” And one-fourth of workers view their
jobs as the number one stressor in their lives. Consider
these warning signs:
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feel
exhausted, have headaches and muscle tension, and trouble
sleeping |
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no
motivation, no sense of accomplishment, and no desire
to take on challenges |
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dread
going to work, count the minutes until the end of the
work day, and no desire to socialize with co-workers |
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are
irritable with co-workers you used to get along with,
focus on the negatives rather than solutions, and are
cynical about the possibility that it will get better.
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need to recognize and deal with the stressors in their
lives before it becomes overwhelming. Start with these
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Put
it in perspective: Jobs are expendable,
your mental and physical health are not. If your work
environment is intolerable, start a search for a new
position in the company or a new employer.
Take a break:
When the stress starts to build, take a walk around
the building, close your door, do a few exercises. Use
the vacation time you’ve earned.
Find an ally:
Seek support and empathy from a trusted friend who is
willing to let you vent.
Maintain a positive attitude:
Negativism sucks the energy out of you. Avoid people
and situations that bring you down.
Take care of yourself:
Get enough rest, stay active and eat well.
Look for the humor in
a situation: Don’t take life too
seriously. Look for the irony and absurdity and then
laugh about it. Share a funny story or joke with a co-worker
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management is a lifestyle, not a technique. Take control
of your situation! |
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| Are
you searching for an opportunity to take your skills
to a new level within an organization? Are you in search
of candidates with degrees and/or real world experience?
The Buckeye Job Board
connects employers and recruiters with outstanding alumni
of The Ohio State University. There are currently over
100 positions posted and this easy-to-use service is
available to you at no cost! Visit the CEO web site
for more information: www.careers.ohiostatealumni.org. |
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A “targeted
resume” focuses on a specific position in
a desired industry. It implies that you have compared
your interests, skills, education and experience
to the career requirements and can make an argument
that you are the most qualified candidate. A great
resume doesn’t just tell potential employers
what you have done in the past; it sends a “did
it before, can do it again” message that convinces
employers you have what it takes to be successful
in this position. The Career Exploration Office
offers the Gray Resume Assistance package to alumni
and continuing education students who are in need
of a targeted resume. Contact the CEO at 614-292-3503,
292-8493 or careerexploration@osu.edu
for more information.
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