Tell-Tale Signs Your Employee is Overworked [INFOGRAPHIC]
Are you stressed at work? You're not alone: A recent Gallup poll indicates that on-the-job pressure is the top reason for employee dissatisfaction in the American workforce, and nearly half of American workers say their job is "very or extremely stressful."
And whether you notice it or not, you're broadcasting clear signs that should indicate to your employer that you are overworked and need a change of pace. The infographic below, developed by Column Five in conjunction with employee wellness company Keas, shows exactly how employees behave when they've been pushed to their limits. Workers tend to develop classic symptoms when their workload gets too much to bear, such as poor memory, fatigue and bad time management. They also exhibit odd behaviors, working too much or too little in response to the level of stress in the workplace. Employers should be watching for these key symptoms and redirecting overworked employees to a more manageable situation.
Of course, the consequences of ignoring these signs can be major — 66% of employees suffer from stress-induced health issues, including but not limited to high blood pressure, headaches, sleeplessness and more frequent periods of sickness. Overworked employees are also more likely to have drastically decreased productivity and play hooky than those who are satisfied with their workload. The overall result is clear: Overworked and stressed workers are never good for a company.
Check out the infographic below for an inside look into how overworked employees behave — and how it all can be fixed. Do you ever feel stressed at your job? Let us know in the comments.
Infographic research and design by Column Five
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5 Comments to Tell-Tale Signs Your Employee is Overworked [INFOGRAPHIC]
by IvanVonay
On May 27, 2012 at 2:21 pm
Employees are the lifeblood of a company. When an employer get the magic formula for keeping employees satisfied and enjoying themselves, the business always thrives.
Our team always makes sure to have a good time at work as a priority.
by Brent Wallace
On May 27, 2012 at 6:20 pm
Not to get all Fight Clubie, but I think money isn't really the root cause of stress. It's the stuff you purchase to justify your job and the time you invest doing something you may not truly love. We get loans for cars and houses and big TV's, yet it also gives us more reason to keep making more money. To paraphrase from the movie, 'The things you own end up owning you."
There's a surprising correlation between happiness and living a minimalistic lifestyle, too. Check it here.
http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/graham_hill_less_stuff_more_happiness.html
Then again, I'm from Australia where our unemployment rate is not 9% – so I guess it's horses for courses.
by Estela Hayward
On May 27, 2012 at 8:33 pm
If it were another time, like when the economy was better, I would agree with you. Now, many people are just working to scrape by. My husband, who is Australian by the way (hey mate!) was 'under' employed here in the US for over 2 years and my salary barely paid the essentials and I'm not talking about extras.
There are some people who chase the material stuff but there are many of us who scrap by in an economy that does not hold any punches.
by vlb
On May 27, 2012 at 10:55 pm
I don;t see anything in the Infographic about "and how it all can be fixed".
by Corinne Mi
On May 27, 2012 at 11:40 pm
This infographic basically spells outmy life. Except, I don't fear losing, job because my boss knows he can under pay me. I'm doing what I can to get out of it though, speaking to my boss is pretty pointless
by Anna Leonova
On May 27, 2012 at 11:44 pm
Oh yes, too much…