Stress in the workplace
There are many causes of stress in the workplace, for example, long working hours, workplace harassment, poor management, and poor company culture. Companies and organizations should develop proper stress management policies to eliminate and manage levels of stress among the employees. Formalizing a stress management policy is an excellent way of showing your commitment to handling stress in the workplace. A formalized policy will demonstrate to the employees that you are serious about protecting their health and well-being.
Explanation
Shows you are concerned
Well, structured and elaborate stress management policy shows that you care about your employee’s health and well being. The psychological effect of such a policy will keep the employees happy and assured of their health and well-being.
The policy helps in employee retention and talent acquisition.
Prospective employees are more likely to work for a company that promotes a low-stress working environment. Current employees will stick around in an organization where work-related stress is minimal.
Reduces absenteeism
Stress is a major cause of absenteeism in the workplace. High levels of stress in the workplace can lead to depression and serious mental health issues for the employees. A good stress management policy will assure the employees of their health thereby reducing health-related stress. The result will be motivated employees in the workplace willing to be in the workplace every day.
Strong company culture
Employees have a significant role in a company’s culture. Employees working under manageable levels of stress will be happy and healthy. This will help the company to maintain a strong company culture with improved productivity.