Employee Stress Infographic: Stress Less

Stressed employees are never conducive to a healthy work atmosphere. They can actually hurt a business, as employee stress negatively influences productivity and morale. This infographic breaks down the ways in which we can manage employee stress.

Stress is a common denominator to every occupation. Regardless of salary, gender, field or experience, excessive stress can cripple productivity and take a tremendous toll on physical and emotional health.

• 71% of American workers consider their workplace a significant source of stress
• 10% of Americans report that job stress reduces their productivity
• $68B is the cost to U.S. companies from health care utilization induced by stress
• 10% is the national profit reduction caused by stress-related health care

Signs of stress include:

• Trouble concentrating
• Headaches
• Anxiety
• Apathy
• Anger
• Muscle tension
• Skin irritations
• Stomach problems
• Decreased sex-drive
• Fatigue