UK company Chartered Management Institute conducted a survey which revealed that 39 percent of employees in the country are feeling intense stress at work, and experts are saying that one-to-one communication may help.
YouAtWork.com reports that the communication gap between management and staff members may lead to a loss of workers’ confidence in their company, which can heighten feelings of tension as well as reduce productivity.
Programs that help strengthen the relationships between higher and lower level employees may help alleviate this effect.
“I think employers should be putting in place programs and services to improve resilience and actually teach people the skills for resilience,” said employee wellness expert Kevin Friery, quoted by the source.
News provider Chron.com reports that a healthy relationship between managers and workers is key to a strong organization. Employees rely on their superiors for guidance and direction, so open discourse can be integral to optimal productivity.
Employee wellness programs that help workers with stress management may send a signal to staff members that their organization is looking out for their health and well-being, thereby strengthening trust and employee performance.
