Class 8 Stress - Org Mngmt

a dynamic condition in which an individual is confronted with an opportunity, demand, or resource related to what the individual desires and for which outcome is perceived to be both uncertain and important

one of the main factors contributing to stress

- clear goal setting
- transformational leaders
- positive orientation to change
- job experience
- social support
- personality traits

stressors associated with workload, pressure to complete tasks, and time urgency

stressors that keep you from reaching your goals
ex: red tape, office politics, confusion over job responsibilities

responsibilities, pressures, obligations, and uncertainties that individuals face in the workplace

factors within an individual's control that can be used to resolve demands

job dissatisfaction, tension, anxiety, irritability, boredom, and procrastination

reduced productivity, absenteeism, turnover, safety, incidents, consumption of alcohol at work

developing resilience, building social support networks, learning time management techniques an relaxation techniques, physical exercise, take breaks

- selection, placement, training
- use of realistic goal setting
- redesigning jobs
- employee involvement
- employee sabbaticals and wellness programs