These days, being stressed out over work (or stressed out and overworked) is as American as baseball and apple pie. But it may not have to be this way. There are ways to improve some workplace stress by learning strategies to identify stressors and deal with them before they become stressful.
It’s true that as workers we only have so much power to control the stress in our workplaces. But taking control and learning new techniques can not only help overcome workplace stress, it can also build confidence and develop leadership potential.
Take this quiz to see how good you are at identifying workplace stress. Your score may surprise you!
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#1. What is a proactive approach to managing workplace stressors?
#2. Which of the following can help reduce stress when starting a new project?
#3. What is an effective way to manage a heavy workload?
#4. True or False: Having a messy desk can contribute to feeling stressed at work.
#5. How can setting realistic deadlines help manage stress?
#6. Which of these is a common mistake that increases workplace stress?
#7. What role does time management play in reducing workplace stress?
#8. True or False: Avoiding difficult conversations can lower stress.
#9. Which of the following is a helpful practice to prevent burnout?
#10. What is a key factor in managing stress when working in a team?
#11. What is an inappropriate way to deal with stress at work?
#12. Which of the following can contribute to a stressful work environment?
#13. What is an effective strategy for dealing with a high-pressure deadline?
#14. Which practice is most likely to help reduce stress from constant interruptions?
#15. Which of the following is not a constructive way to handle workplace stress?
