FINAL WORD
SCIENTIFIC STUDIES HAVE REPORTED THAT ADDING GREENERY TO YOUR STAFF ’ S WORKSPACE CAN HAVE A POSITIVE EFFECT , REDUCING STRESS , INCREASING PRODUCTIVITY AND EVEN REDUCING SICKNESS RATES . access to natural light is the single most important factor employees want in their working environments .
Almost half ( 47 %) of employees also admitted they feel tired or very tired from the absence of natural light or a window at their office , and 43 % reported feeling gloomy because of the lack of light .
Manage workplace stressors
And finally , with stress and job burnout a leading cause of staff sickness , identifying and addressing those stressors within the role is crucial .
When staff are put in highstress situations , whether this be unreasonable deadlines , unclear expectations or unmanageable workloads , they are at risk of burnout .
Georgina Sturmer , MBACP Counsellor ( British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy ), said : “ Employers can manage workplace stress for their staff by building a culture that acknowledges the impact that stress has on employees and that offers an open dialogue to support employees in how they manage their stress .
“ Employers can lead by example , by sharing how they are being proactive about managing their own stress levels – asking for help , delegating work , using their annual leave and taking regular breaks during the work day .”
You can also provide simple extras around the office such as stress balls , oil diffusers and desktop organisers for a healthier atmosphere . x
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