Every manager wants to fill their ranks with ambitious go-getters. We’re all on the hunt for those who would describe themselves as ‘perfectionists’ in an interview, and who are constantly competing against themselves to improve their game and excel in new and exciting ways.
This sounds great in theory, but there’s a chance that by pushing your employees further and further, you are causing a high degree of stress — and this stress could be costing your company dearly. In fact, according to a recent source, workplace stress is costing employers $500 billion annually. Another work health survey suggests that stress contributes to higher rates of absenteeism, with 33% of respondents saying they always, often, or sometimes miss work due to stress.
