Work stress
By Dr. Roch
Work stress is not just an individual problem; it is a silent threat for the productivity of the entire company. Exhausted, anxious, or demotivated employees produce less, make more errors, and have a higher risk of absenteeism. While stress is not always avoidable, yes it can be reduced with smart strategies that prioritize team well-being and improve overall performance. Stress is not a sign of productivity, but rather a warning that something is wrong.
Companies that care for the well-being of their employees not only reduce stress, but also increase engagement, creativity and talent retentionAs I have said in my lectures:
“The most important thing is not only to have people, but to have the right people—people who act with ethics and commitment.”
Managers must understand that When employees feel heard, stress decreases and trust growsA healthy and motivated team not only works harder, but better.
How does work stress affect you?
- Low concentration and more errors
- Stress activates “survival” mode, reducing the ability to solve problems.
- “Stress is inevitable, but living in constant stress is unacceptable.”
- Chronic stress = Illness, burnout and resignation
- Loss of talent = Loss of money.
- Imagine training a team for a year… and losing them due to poor emotional management.
- Serious consequences
- DemotivationThey work out of obligation, not passion.
- Bad work environment: Stress generates irritability and conflicts.
- “A good leader looks beyond formal emails to address what’s really going on.”
How to reduce it?
Success Story: Microsoft Japan
Faced with a culture of long hours (which generated exhaustion and low productivity), they implemented the “Work-Life Choice Challenge”, achieving:
✔ 40% reduction in absenteeism
✔ 39.9% increase in productivity
✔ Happier and less stressed employees
Key strategies:
- 4-day work week (office closed on Fridays, no cuts in salaries).
- Agile meetings (maximum 30 minutes).
- Efficient technology: Remote work and digital tools.
- Promoting rest: Vacation and family time.
- Focus on results, not in hours invested.
Conclusion
“Stress is the rubbish of modern life: we all generate it, but if you don't manage it, it will accumulate and sabotage your success.”
Radical solution: I invite you to our exclusive training for eliminate work stress at its root.
Thanks for reading. What strategies do you use in your company?
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