Here's how you can reduce work-related stress to boost your job satisfaction.

Using a simple Bullet Journal technique for to-do lists can be effective and efficient. Write out key tasks or reminders for that week - put a bullet point next to each one, then cross out the bullet point as you complete them. Choose the 3 most important/urgent tasks from your list each day. Add anything that crops up to your list. It can be helpful to have a 'Waiting for' list too - of people who need to get back to you. If you have multiple projects, separate out those lists into their own column. At the end of the week, move unfinished tasks onto the following week. All you need is a notebook and pen and it's an easy system to get to grips with and keep on top of.

Create boundaries that you know will work for you such as two or three time slots in the day when you will check and respond to email. To resist temptation, and reduce distraction, close down your email programme until your scheduled slots. Put your phone on silent too. This protects, your time, focus and attention as any interruptions will disrupt your flow and can lead to feelings of frustration and stress. Arrange your work day around what works for you as far as possible to help you retain a sense of control and productivity. Protect your time away from work, by doing the same. You'll be more productive and less stressed when you are able to truly relax and mentally let go of thoughts about work knowing calls or emails can't intrude.

Are your needs met? Have you eaten? Are you hydrated? Are you rested? Time management is not just about planning out your time. It's about your values. What do you value? Can you make time for those things throughout your day? Many clients come to me for stress management support. The first thing we do is move. Once they are connected back to themselves, then we their values and priorities. I support them in creating habits around these things. This includes *making time* for their own needs, values, and priorities. It's so important. Moving your body and knowing what you need can do wonders to shift the perspective and clear the lenses through which you see your world, your job included. Consider managing your time per your values.

It's important to offset normal daily stresses and hassles at work by doing things you enjoy that discharge the build-up of stress, make you feel good and help you re-charge your personal battery. These are also known as 'daily uplifts'. Make a list of your potential 'daily uplifts' and try to include these in your day or week where you can. One key 'uplift' is being mindful. This can be as simple as tuning into your breath for a few moments at a time throughout the day as this calms the nervous system and dampens the stress response. Breath in through the nose and on each out breath, really notice and feel the relaxation flow through your body as you let go of any tension. This is the easiest way to reset your body and mind.

I find the best way to reduce work-related stress is to co-create joy in the workplace environment. The Disney tunes have it right "Whistle while you work" or "A spoon full of sugar". When we sing, dance, laugh, listen to music while focusing on the task at hand, stress becomes secondary. Also, thinking of work-related stress as the energy needed to get the work done takes away the negative feelings about the energy we are feeling. Do all that is possible and stay in constant communication with your team. Reduce the friction in the flow of work and smile. When well-trained staff is given a complete set of tools and processes to do the work it is easy to take a deep breath and process work-related stress as the day goes on.