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Do you like what you do for a living?
How often do you feel you are making a difference at work?
Do you feel valued as an employee?
Do you do enough for your employees as a manager?
Are you staying in your current role only for the money?
These inquiries are prevalent, and it is highly probable that they are questions you have contemplated previously. However, what factors contribute to the enjoyment of your profession, and what elements induce stress?
Job-related stress and satisfaction are critical concepts that significantly impact productivity and the mental and physical well-being of employees. In the field of criminal justice, I have gained knowledge about the structure of the United States court system, correctional facilities, and law enforcement agencies, which together form the criminal justice system. Nonetheless, police officers play a pivotal role, interacting with the public and facing various factors that contribute to their stress levels. Many stressors accompany the job, including working over 12-hour shifts, being underpaid, facing the risk of death, and receiving insufficient support from upper management (Walker & Katz, 2022).
"I can't take it anymore"
"I can't take it anymore"
Many individuals express dissatisfaction with their jobs, leading many employees to depart or resign due to insufficient development or ineffective utilization of their skills, or simply because they lack enjoyment in their work. Management bears primary responsibility for addressing these issues (Goler et al., 2018). The support of management is crucial, and the presence of a leader who exemplifies positive behavior while fostering respect and open communication cultivates a more inclusive and enjoyable workplace environment.
Prevention of Stress
Prevention of Stress
Take a Break
High-stress and high-intensity jobs create mental health problems, including irritability, nervousness, aggressive behavior, inattention, and disturbances in sleep and memory. These responses are typical under work stress, making it vital to take a break (Chen et al., 2022).
Seize Opportunities
Competent leaders actively create opportunities for their employees to engage in training and mentorship programs that facilitate career development and growth.
Acknowledge Your People
It is imperative for employees to receive recognition for their diligence. Whenever feasible, management should express verbal acknowledgment of their employees' efforts or provide them with time off from work.
Keep Learning
Taking on new learning opportunities can generate a new sense of purpose and remove any stagnancy that may have occurred. Learning also breaks up your routine and adds variety to your workday.
References
Chen, B., Wang, L., Li, B., & Liu, W. (2022). Work stress, mental health, and employee performance. Frontiers in Psychology, 13, 1006580. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1006580
Goler, L., Gale, J., Harrington, B., & Grant, A. (2018, January 11). Why People Really Quit Their Jobs. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2018/01/why-people-really-quit-their-jobs
Walker, S. (2021). The Police in America: An Introduction (10th ed.). McGraw-Hill Higher Education (US). https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/books/9781260808476
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