In the workplace, chronic stress affects everything from quality of work to productivity and engagement. According to a study by Farleigh Dickenson University, sixty percent of lost workdays each year can be attributed to stress. In fact, according to the Global Benefits Attitude Survey, highly stressed employees take almost twice as many sick days a year as their counterparts who report low stress levels. This absenteeism impacts productivity, and ironically, can create more stress as the stressed employee falls further behind in workload. Beyond absenteeism, the same survey found that [...]

Employee stress is a growing concern for businesses today. According to the American Institute of Stress, stress in the workplace can lead to:  Mistakes and lack of concentration  Decreased productivity, especially with absenteeism and “presenteeism”  Disengagement and turnover  Inflammation and chronic disease There is a lot that business owners and managers can do to help address stress in the workplace, but don’t wait for your employer to tackle it. Take your mental health into your own hands.  Vacation First, take your vacation! According to the Center for Economic and Policy [...]