Ebook: Under Pressure : managing stress and engagement on the job

Job stress is not new, but as Knowledge@Wharton reports, global competition, downsizing, and the state of being constantly tethered to the office by technology have created disturbing trends among workers, from decreased engagement to lower productivity and lower life satisfaction. This book examines the issues facing employees and the employers for whom they work. Topics include: what is causing unprecedented levels of stress on the job; why employee loyalty is a casualty of the new workplace; what perks companies offer and what employees want; how the 40-hour work week is being redefined; the challenge to turn off the switch and take a break from technology; the art of motivating employees; why fostering a culture of 'companionate love' in the workplace matters. -- Read more...