Stress Less, Thrive More
Empower Your Team with Stress Competence
Stress is inevitable and has become an inherent part of our daily lives. But for HR and L&D managers, understanding stress and building organisational resilience goes beyond protecting employee wellbeing—it’s a strategic business objective. 44% of employees worldwide experience stress (Gallup), and job burnout is set to rise to an all-time high of 66% this year (Moodle). Stress is having an increasingly negative impact on productivity and overall company health.
In this article, we offer insights and practical strategies that can help you tackle stress effectively within your organisation. Plus, you can read more about our new stress management learning bundle: 3 lessons aimed to help your employees navigate stress in a structured way.
Understanding stress
The Good, the Bad, and the Manageable
Stress is a natural human response to challenges and demands. It can be categorised into two main types. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for HR and L&D managers to develop programmes that not only mitigate negative stress, but also harness positive stress for success.
- Short-term, thrilling pressure that sharpens your focus and keeps you on your toes.
- In other words, it's the adrenaline rush. Think about the goose bumps before a competition or the energy surge before a big presentation.
- We need eustress. Without it, you'd be adrift in calm – but unproductive – waters.
- The biggest category of negative stress.
- It happens when demands are bigger than your coping abilities. And no, it's not all in your head.
- Distress has physical symptoms like headaches, heart palpitations, muscle tension, and gastrointestinal problems.
- Negatively affects both body and mind, potentially causing long-term health issues and burnout. It can be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term).
The business case for stress management
Stress is more than just a personal issue - it's a business concern.
According to the American Institute of Stress, stress-related issues cost U.S. businesses up to $300 billion annually due to absenteeism, turnover, diminished productivity, and medical expenses.
In Europe, the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work reports that stress is the second most frequently reported work-related health problem, affecting 22% of workers.
For HR and L&D managers, these statistics underscore the need for effective stress management programmes. Not only do these initiatives improve employee wellbeing, but they also enhance productivity, reduce turnover, and foster a positive workplace culture.
How to tackle stress
Stress management means employees can navigate and reduce stress effectively and cultivate a sense of well-being that empowers everyone to achieve their goals. This is exactly what they will learn in our 3 new lessons. Check them out!
Your employees will learn how to
✔ Recognise biological and physical aspects of stress
✔ Identify personal stressors and sweet spots for optimising performance
✔ Apply actionable techniques to manage their stress levels and use them to their advantage
Your employees will learn how to
✔ Recognise and understand effects of physical stress
✔ Apply practical techniques for physical relief and prevent injuries
✔ Build lasting habits for long-term physical well-being
Your employees will learn how to
✔ Understand personal stress triggers and patterns
✔ Develop and consistently use simple habits to reduce stress
✔ Cultivate calmness and resilience to manage stress better
Want a spoiler?
We make learning not only fun but also suitable for every small break with short learning formats, such as our Explained videos.
This video is from the lesson "Tackle Physical Stress Now" which is perfect for Blue Collar Workers.
Imagine a factory floor buzzing with activity, where every movement counts and physical demands are part of the daily routine. For many Blue Collar Workers, managing physical stress is not just beneficial—it's essential. Our lesson aims to provide them with the tools to reduce physical strain and enhance well-being on the job.
Interested in more content?
In addition to our stress management bundle, we have a bunch of other courses around the topic of wellbeing in general. Swipe through below!
Oh Yes, It's Stress
The Power of breathing
Mental Health – Beat the Stigma
The Power of Sleep
Bye Bye burnout
Count to 10! (Managing Emotions)
Kicking Social Media
Glücklich im Job
Mindfulness - How Zen Are You?
Resilience
