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BATTLING BURNOUT: SPOTLIGHT ON EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING
Did you know, 96% of the employers on LinkedIn’s 2022 List of Top companies in the United States offer mental health days as an employee benefit?
Despite that statistic, burnout and depression are on the rise in the United States! Research shows ?that?upwards of 75% ?of employees have experienced burnout.?Burnout is a state of chronic physical and emotional exhaustion. It's often accompanied by feelings of cynicism, detachment from work, and a sense of ineffectiveness.?
Depression, on the other hand, is a severe mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, and difficulty performing daily activities. Rates of clinical depression in the United States are rising, with?29% ?of adults reporting a diagnosis at some point in their life.
? Common factors of workplace burnout and depression are
*excessive workload
*lack of control over job responsibilities,
*insufficient rewards and recognition
*lack of community
*unfairness
*conflicting values.??
The Solution:
Encourage Open Communication:?It is essential to create a safe space where employees can express their feelings without fear of judgment or retribution. Encourage open discussions about mental health and make resources available for those who need them.?
Promote Work-Life Balance:?Encourage employees to take regular breaks, limit overtime, and ensure they use their vacation time. A healthy work-life balance can reduce stress and prevent burnout.
Provide Mental Health Resources:?Consider offering mental health benefits, such as Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), which provide confidential counseling services. Regular wellness activities, mental health days, and stress management workshops can also be beneficial.
Foster a Supportive Work Environment:?A supportive work environment includes fair treatment, clear communication, recognition for work well done, and opportunities for growth and development. Such an environment can enhance employees' resilience and ability to cope with work-related stress.
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Our?HR ?professionals can develop the ideal plan, while our?Benefits ?experts find the benefits package best suited to supporting employee mental well-being.
Contact us ?today to learn more!
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CLASH OR COLLABORATE: CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Did you know, 60% of employees never received basic conflict resolution training?
Conflict significantly impacts productivity, taking up almost 3 hours per week and hundreds of paid hours’ worth of time. Unresolved conflict decreases productivity, increases stress, and creates a hostile work environment. Arising from the clash of varying opinions, heavy workloads, and personality contrasts, conflicts can spark chaos or ignite innovation.
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Conflict by the Numbers ? As many as?85% ?of employees experience some conflict at work.? ? In the United States, employees spend about?2.8 ?hours per week involved in conflict. ? About?$359 ?billion in hours paid are spent focusing on negative conflict instead of productivity.? ? Some common causes of conflict are personality clashes (49% ), workplace stress (34% ), and heavy workloads (33% ). Poorly managed conflict may result in personal attacks (27% ), employee absence or sickness (25% ), and project failures (9% ).
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The Solution: Essential Conflict Resolution Skills
Emotional Intelligence:?Leaders with high emotional intelligence recognize and address the emotional undercurrents of a conflict. They control their emotions, prevent escalation, and promote a favorable resolution.
Active Listening:?Leaders who actively listen show empathy, validate their team members' feelings, and make them feel understood, paving the way for effective conflict resolution.
Effective Communication:?Leaders must be able to articulate their ideas clearly and encourage open dialogue. This includes avoiding blame, focusing on the issue rather than the person, and using 'I' statements to express feelings.?
Problem-Solving:?Leaders must be adept at problem-solving to find solutions satisfying all parties involved. This requires creativity, flexibility, and the ability to negotiate effectively.
Reframing Conflict:?Leaders who view conflict as a source for new ideas, diversity of thought, and creativity help team members collaborate and build trust through resolved conflicts
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Want to make sure your leaders are prepared to handle conflict?
PuzzleHR has the?learning and development ?solution for you! Whether you need a learning management system with pre-loaded trainings or a fully customized leadership training program, we have the resources to help your team turn conflict into collaboration.?Contact us ?today to learn more!
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