I have been low on posting lately, but have had a lot of articles set aside to do some major blogging. While in my articles I saved I found one that might intrest some in the class, "How to find a low stress job". The article talks about how work doesn't have to stress you out. That there are dozens of low-stress jobs available across a wide variety of fields. Also, that the vast majority of thos jobs have good growth potential and good wages as well.
The article then talks about:
"Reaction to stressors is idiosyncratic. Some find the pressure of exactitude
debilitating, others thrive on it. Some can't handle conflict, while others take
arguments in stride.
Hate Time Pressure? Archivists,
who plan and oversee the arrangement of exhibitions, have a more leisurely pace
of work than many other professions. The median annual archivist salary in 2010
was $45,200, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Prefer a Short Workweek? Massage therapists and fitness trainers work fewer hours per week than any other
professionals. These fields are growing fast as well, although the pay is less
than many other fields. Many positions are contract, without benefits (which
some people could find stressful). The median annual massage therapist salary
was $34,900 in 2010, according to the BLS. Fitness trainers earned a median of
$31,090.
Don't Want to Look Over Your Shoulder? Environmental scientists enjoy lower competition than
professionals in many other fields. The career also offers an enviable 25
percent job growth rate and a median salary of $61,700, according to BLS
data.
Want Freedom from the Bottom Line? Mathematicians and sociologists
-- with median salaries of $99,380 and $72,360, respectively -- have to worry
less about the impact their decisions have on company results.
Run from Unpleasant People? You may be more
comfortable working with plans (marine
engineers earn median salaries of $79,920) or theories (physicists earn median salaries of $106,370).
To choose a low-stress job or career, it's important to consider what you can
and can't abide, according to Andrea Moselle, senior manager of work-life at
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals. "Any job can be stressful or not, depending on how
you view it," she says.
De-Stress Your Current Job
Not everyone can find a great low-stress job quickly. If you're at wit's end
now, there are several ways to take the edge off your work situation:
Look at Your Own Attitudes: While it might seem like the
job itself is the culprit, experts suggest changing your attitudes and the way
you adapt -- or don't adapt -- to job stressors. "If you're confident in
yourself and positive about the world and open to new solutions, you'll find it
easier to be resilient to stressful situations," Moselle says.
Gain Control: Psychologists agree that when people
experience less stress, they have some degree of control over their environment.
Even if it's something as simple as organizing your messy desk at the end of the day, or making a list
of tasks, you'll not only clear up the mental clutter, but also gain a sense of
mastery and control over your job.
Get Physical: Physical occupations such as massage
therapist are considered low stress, Shatkin says, largely because it's harder
to build up stress-generated adrenalin when you're moving around.What if
you have a sedentary job? After a contentious meeting, make time to walk around
the block or around the building. Go beyond the stress ball and move your whole
body, even if it's for a minute or two. Not only will you experience a decrease
in stress-releasing chemicals like cortisol, but you may also get a fitness
boost.
Track Your Accomplishments: A common denominator of many
low-stress jobs is tangible results. Construction is considered a lower-stress
job in many ways because workers clearly see the fruits of their labors. If,
like many, you have a job without a clear tangible output, Shatkin suggests
keeping a tally of your accomplishment or positive testimonial letters or emails
from colleagues and customers."Besides adding to a sense of
accomplishment, all of these documents can be useful at performance-appraisal time or for assembling a portfolio when job
seeking," he says.
Join an Employee Network: Groups that help employees who
care for children or elderly parents, for example, are thriving in many companies.
"These networks are a great way to find support and networking and mentoring
help, as well as finding the tools to take some of the stress away on the job
and off the job," Moselle says.
Make Your Needs Known: Most companies have some feedback
mechanisms for letting employees vent constructively. Whether you need childcare
services, flextime, fewer interruptions in your schedule or a change in workflow, Moselle
suggests taking advantage of all opportunities to share ways of reducing your
stress."
debilitating, others thrive on it. Some can't handle conflict, while others take
arguments in stride.
Hate Time Pressure? Archivists,
who plan and oversee the arrangement of exhibitions, have a more leisurely pace
of work than many other professions. The median annual archivist salary in 2010
was $45,200, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Prefer a Short Workweek? Massage therapists and fitness trainers work fewer hours per week than any other
professionals. These fields are growing fast as well, although the pay is less
than many other fields. Many positions are contract, without benefits (which
some people could find stressful). The median annual massage therapist salary
was $34,900 in 2010, according to the BLS. Fitness trainers earned a median of
$31,090.
Don't Want to Look Over Your Shoulder? Environmental scientists enjoy lower competition than
professionals in many other fields. The career also offers an enviable 25
percent job growth rate and a median salary of $61,700, according to BLS
data.
Want Freedom from the Bottom Line? Mathematicians and sociologists
-- with median salaries of $99,380 and $72,360, respectively -- have to worry
less about the impact their decisions have on company results.
Run from Unpleasant People? You may be more
comfortable working with plans (marine
engineers earn median salaries of $79,920) or theories (physicists earn median salaries of $106,370).
To choose a low-stress job or career, it's important to consider what you can
and can't abide, according to Andrea Moselle, senior manager of work-life at
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals. "Any job can be stressful or not, depending on how
you view it," she says.
De-Stress Your Current Job
Not everyone can find a great low-stress job quickly. If you're at wit's end
now, there are several ways to take the edge off your work situation:
Look at Your Own Attitudes: While it might seem like the
job itself is the culprit, experts suggest changing your attitudes and the way
you adapt -- or don't adapt -- to job stressors. "If you're confident in
yourself and positive about the world and open to new solutions, you'll find it
easier to be resilient to stressful situations," Moselle says.
Gain Control: Psychologists agree that when people
experience less stress, they have some degree of control over their environment.
Even if it's something as simple as organizing your messy desk at the end of the day, or making a list
of tasks, you'll not only clear up the mental clutter, but also gain a sense of
mastery and control over your job.
Get Physical: Physical occupations such as massage
therapist are considered low stress, Shatkin says, largely because it's harder
to build up stress-generated adrenalin when you're moving around.What if
you have a sedentary job? After a contentious meeting, make time to walk around
the block or around the building. Go beyond the stress ball and move your whole
body, even if it's for a minute or two. Not only will you experience a decrease
in stress-releasing chemicals like cortisol, but you may also get a fitness
boost.
Track Your Accomplishments: A common denominator of many
low-stress jobs is tangible results. Construction is considered a lower-stress
job in many ways because workers clearly see the fruits of their labors. If,
like many, you have a job without a clear tangible output, Shatkin suggests
keeping a tally of your accomplishment or positive testimonial letters or emails
from colleagues and customers."Besides adding to a sense of
accomplishment, all of these documents can be useful at performance-appraisal time or for assembling a portfolio when job
seeking," he says.
Join an Employee Network: Groups that help employees who
care for children or elderly parents, for example, are thriving in many companies.
"These networks are a great way to find support and networking and mentoring
help, as well as finding the tools to take some of the stress away on the job
and off the job," Moselle says.
Make Your Needs Known: Most companies have some feedback
mechanisms for letting employees vent constructively. Whether you need childcare
services, flextime, fewer interruptions in your schedule or a change in workflow, Moselle
suggests taking advantage of all opportunities to share ways of reducing your
stress."
I think that there are some good suggestions here for people who may not know what job they would enjoy. Also, that whether you enjoy your job or not, it really depends on your outlook of it. You can have the easiest job in the world, and dread it just because you look at the negative aspects of it. You really should find something that you enjoy and then persue it, your going to be working a majority of your life, why not have fun with it? Overall, I thought that the article gave some really good insight and was interseting to read.
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