The Positive Effects Of Sativation And Stress In The Workplace

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE In the 21st century, occupations have become vital to a person’s way of living. Through these occupations, one is able to contribute to society, showcase his skills and capabilities, and gain financial income which he then uses to acquire his basic needs and wants. There are different kinds of occupations in the society, and some of these occupations are occupations that deal with education, student training, and knowledge-sharing -- concepts imperative in building better, more structured communities. These occupations consist of teachers and staff in educational institutions such as schools, universities, and even tutorial centers. Due to the nature of their occupations, teachers and staff usually face stress in their workplace. In …show more content…
In a study conducted by Jarinto et al. (2012) in Thailand, they understood and explained how the positive effects of stress are evident in a workplace. Like negative stress, motivation may be a positive effect of stress. It only depends on how people manage it. There are instances that people in the workplace who are stressed treat that stress positively and it serves as their motivation. On the other hand, some people take that stress negatively and lose motivation. Another positive effect of stress is that it may increase the drive and productivity of a person. According to Mr. Japan, a respondent in Jarinto et al.’s study, he treats stress as a challenge. He wants to be recognized by everyone in the organization and prove himself and his capabilities. This, in turn, is a positive effect of stress. The last positive effect of stress is skill improvement. For some people, they treat stress as a signal to improve themselves and their capabilities. As a result, they are able to practice their skills and identify the areas that need