Stress in the workplace leads to unhappy employees, unhappy customers—and decreased business revenues.
Studies show that
- Stress-related illnesses account for 70 to 80 percent of physician visits in America each year.
- Stress may be a contributing factor in as much as 85 percent of all medical problems.
- Fifty-two percent of executives will die of diseases related to stress.
- Stress increases the risk of developing diabetes and heart disease.
- Stress is the leading cause behind employee sickness and absenteeism.
- Nine of every 10 companies suffer productivity loss due to stress.
The Excel Leadership Group coaches clients to better manage and reduce stress.