BEAT JOB STRESS!

❱❱ PINPOINT YOUR PROBLEMS

Identify those factors that press your buttons and talk to your supervisor and colleagues about how to best handle them.

❱❱ ACT — DON’T REACT!

Recognize situations that you can control and get ahead of the game. Do your homework and get your ducks

lined up for the day or week ahead

of time.

❱❱ RELAX!

Meditation, deep breathing exercises and just taking a deep breath when you’re

uptight will all help you minimize your stress on the job. Take brief walks to clear your head and reset your attitude

before diving back in.

❱❱ SAY “NO” WHEN YOU NEED TO

Even if you’re an overachiever you can’t take on EVERY extra task. Be polite — but firm — and explain that being overcommitted will compromise the quality of your work.

❱❱ SET BOUNDARIES

You should be all in on your work — but not 24/7. Set email and phone-free hours

to recharge your batteries and maintain a semblance of your life.