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Stressed! Helping Employees Better Deal With It On the Job

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Stress is a part of life on the job. And you need employees who can handle it. If, however, you’re noticing some of your team members are buckling under pressure, what can you do to help them deal? Here are a few quick tips from the Tempe recruiters at PrideStaff to put to use:

Ask for solutions.

When employees are stressed and complaining about completing important tasks, don’t blow them off. Listen to them and then ask them to come up with solutions. Even if you can’t make an improvement right away, just knowing that you’re willing to hear them out and take into account what they’re saying will go a long way in defusing the situation and helping them cope and stay motivated.

Set clear goals.

One leading cause of workplace stress involves unclear expectations. As a manager, it’s up to you to ensure you’re explicit about what you need from your people. If you’re not, then it’s going to lead to angst and frustration. It’s also going to lead to valuable time lost for the whole team when one member is on the wrong track.

Be more flexible.

In today’s world, everyone wants flexibility in the workplace. And it’s no wonder. No one is ever really unplugged from their work, leading to more stress and less balance. But if you trust your people to get the work done, then give them more leeway in when and how they work. It can be as small as allowing staff to come in and leave a half hour early.

Encourage movement.

Being tied to a desk all day isn’t healthy for anyone. So encourage your team to get up and get moving, whether it’s going for a walk during lunch, hitting the gym before or after work, or bringing in a yoga instructor to offer free classes. They’ll not only feel better, but be more productive overall too.

Focus on resiliency when hiring.

In other words, look for those who handle stress well. The last thing you want to do is hire someone with strong skills, only to see them fall apart once things heat up.

One way to ensure your new hire won’t balk is to ask behavior-based questions during the interview process. For instance, inquire about a time they had to face a stress-filled situation at work and how they handled it. Also, ask them to talk about their ideal work environment. If yours is fast-paced and they describe something more low-key, they might not be the right fit.

Need help hiring employees who perform well under pressure?

Call the team at PrideStaff. As top Tempe recruiters, we know where to look to find top talent with the skills, drive and resiliency you need for a wide variety of positions. Contact us today to learn more or get started.

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