Stress Management: Learn To Achieve Career Success In Peace

It’s no secret that stress can negatively impact your performance at work… but did you know that the way you manage your stress can have a huge positive effect on your professional career and overall career success?

If you’ve ever felt like you’re being crushed by demands, deadlines, expectations, or a general lack of support, you aren’t alone. 50% of employees in Canada and the U.S. report feeling stressed in a recent Gallup report (compare that to 44% on a global scale).

And when stress runs rampant at work, it can also take over your personal life. That’s why stress management is an essential skill that everyone should acquire to help them work and live in a more healthy and balanced way.

The Benefits of Stress Management

Stress management is the process of identifying, analyzing, and reducing (or eliminating) the sources of stress in your life. It is an important aspect of maintaining your overall well-being.

Stress management can have a major impact…

• In your personal life: Stress can cause a range of physical and emotional symptoms such as fatigue, irritability, difficulty sleeping, and difficulty concentrating. These symptoms can interfere with your daily activities and relationships and can lead to more serious health problems if left unchecked. By managing stress, you can improve your overall quality of life and maintain healthy relationships with the people around you.
• In your professional life: Stress can lead to decreased productivity, poor decision-making, and increased absenteeism. In addition, chronic stress can be a key contributor to burnout, a state of physical and emotional exhaustion that can seriously affect your career. By managing stress, you can maintain a healthy work-life balance and be more effective and successful in your career.

By taking an active role in stress management, you can improve your overall well-being and thrive in both your personal and professional life.

How Does Stress Affect Your Career Success?

Career success can be defined as experiencing financial health and work that you enjoy, while feeling fulfilled in your peer community and life choices.

But if you’re feeling unduly stressed at work, you probably aren’t enjoying your time there. You may not be fulfilled when you feel rushed, undervalued, unsupported, exhausted, or frustrated.

The truth is, every job has some kind of stress. So if you’re simply looking for a stress-free workday, you won’t find it. That’s why stress management skills are critical – they help you deal with the sources of stress in your life, in a healthy way, before they become chronic or make a negative impact on your personal or professional life.

Managing stress in your career means taking an active role in…

• Managing your stressors: Take an inventory of all the triggers that cause you to feel stress. At work, they might include particular projects you work on or targets you’re expected to hit. At home, you might cite particular family needs or communication patterns with loved ones.
• Managing your responses: Do you lash out at others when you’re stressed? Or do you go for a walk to clear your head? Pay attention to your habits and reactions when you feel stressed – and think about the way you’d like to respond next time.

Stress Management Techniques

Stress management is easier said than done, we know! But it’s all about building good habits that’ll last for the long haul.

Some of our favorites here at Uvaro?

• Exercise: Physical activity can be an effective way to manage stress in a professional setting. Exercise releases endorphins, which are chemicals in the brain that act as natural mood elevators. In addition, regular physical activity can improve sleep, which can also help reduce feelings of stress and improve overall well-being. Exercise can be as simple as taking a walk during your lunch break or participating in a structured workout class.
• Mindfulness: Mindfulness is the practice of bringing your attention to the present moment without judgment. This can be an effective way to manage stress because it allows you to step back from your thoughts and focus on your surroundings and your physical sensations. You can practice mindfulness by taking a few minutes to focus on your breath, pay attention to your surroundings, or engage in a simple activity like coloring or knitting.
• Time management: Poor time management can contribute to feelings of stress, especially in a professional setting with tight deadlines and high demands. By setting priorities, creating a schedule, breaking larger tasks into smaller ones, and taking strategic breaks in your day, you can better manage your workload and reduce stress.
• Setting boundaries: It is important to define (and enforce!) your limits on the amount of time and energy you are willing to devote to work. By setting boundaries, you can maintain a healthy work-life balance and prevent burnout. This can include limiting the hours you work, saying no” to additional responsibilities when appropriate, making self-case a priority, and taking regular breaks to recharge.
• Seeking support: It is important to have a support system in place to help manage stress in a professional setting. This can include asking coworkers for help, seeking guidance from a supervisor or mentor, or talking to a professional therapist. A supportive network can provide a sounding board for ideas, offer new perspectives, and provide a sense of community.

Is Stress Management On Your Career Success To-Do List?

Learning how to manage your stress levels is an extremely important skill that everyone should learn if they want to succeed in their professional career. Stress management techniques such as mindfulness, exercise, and setting boundaries can help reduce feelings of overwhelm while also increasing productivity levels in the workplace. The trick is finding the right mix that works for you.

At Uvaro, we help you learn the ropes of tech sales from a foundation of calmness and control, so you can ensure burnout does not become an issue during your working life.

Check out our Career Success Catalog and find a peaceful program that’s geared toward your career goals!