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5 Tips for De-Stressing Your Career |
| Survey Finds Top Job Stressors and Tips for Coping |
January , 2005 -- More than 80 percent of working women are stressed out as a result of work related issues according to a new survey released by CareerWomen.com recently. Women that responded to the poll revealed that most of their stress was a result of ineffective co-workers, too many unproductive meetings and difficult client or office situations.
Stress has a debilitating effect on productivity, said JillXan Donnelly, president of CareerWomen.com. With reduced staffs, higher expectations and slim margins, we are finding increased burnout
and a decrease in job satisfaction. As a result, stress-coping strategies are a requirement for every working woman who wants to make a meaningful contribution to her company.
According to one respondent, the economic downturn required us to cut staff so we all had to pick up the slack. I am doing the job of two to three people, which means more travel, more clients, more meetings. You get the picture. Try that with two kids, a husband, a house, burnt out!?
Women from across the U.S. responded with their tips on dealing with workplace stress. The top five tips include:
1. De-clutter your office: an unorganized office can make you feel more stressed.
2. Seize the weekend: Use your downtime to recharge, exercise and connect with family and friends.
3. More water, less caffeine: Keeping hydrated improves your sense of well-being and helps you to relax.
4. Get more sleep: Being well-rested helps with coping. Try to get the recommended 7-8 hours of sleep per night.
5. Talk about your stress: Find a friend that can lend a supportive and sympathetic ear. |
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