How much is stress costing you?
Occupational stress costs US employers an estimated $300 billion annually through absenteeism, illness and productivity. (APA, 2017)
Stress Quotient™
Stress is all around us. Since there are positive and negative stressors, we can always expect some level of stress. However, excessive stress can obstruct productivity, creativity, and engagement. The impact of stress on physical and emotional health can lead to poor morale, absenteeism, and even injury. Often, before a company can effectively strategize, they must know where they stand.
Healthy systems allow pressures relevant to:
an employee’s abilities and resources
the amount of control they have over their work
support employees receive
The Stress Quotient assessment provides a clear picture of the exact areas of stress within an individual or an organization. Empowering employees to recognize and manage stress can help them feel in control again. Employees learn to recognize the difference between stress and challenge. Management receives clear feedback on areas to address where environmental or training issues may be hindering the organization’s progress.
“Being challenged can energize us psychologically and physically, and it can motivate us to learn new skills and leads to mastery in our job. When a challenge is met, we feel energized and satisfied. Thus, challenge is an important ingredient to be healthy and productive at work. “
Signs of Stress
Physical Symptoms
The common physical symptoms of stress include:
Low energy
Aches and pains
Frequent illness
Emotional Symptoms
The common emotional symptoms of stress include:
Irritability
Feeling overwhelmed
Moodiness
Cognitive Symptoms
The common cognitive symptoms of stress include:
Inability to concentrate
Memory problems
Poor judgment
Behavioral Symptoms
The common behavioral symptoms of stress include:
Eating or sleeping issues
Procrastination
Nervous habits
