Summary
This episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo explores how to manage stress caused by a stressed-out boss, emphasizing the importance of self-care, recognizing stress signals, and organizational support strategies.

Key takeaways
• Understanding the importance of recognizing stress signals early
• The role of HR in supporting stressed employees and managers
• Practical steps to help teams manage workload and stress
• The significance of self-care and community support in stressful times

Additional Resources
American Psychological Association. (2024, August 23). Understanding, recognizing, and managing stress in the workplace [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqFzXUsC6rE

Coping with stress at work. (2024, October 22). https://www.apa.org. https://www.apa.org/topics/healthy-workplaces/work-stress

Work and stress | How to be mentally healthy at work | Mind. (n.d.). https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/how-to-be-mentally-healthy-at-work/work-and-stress/

Video Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Listener Question
01:51 Our Listener is 100% Right!!!
03:13 Start with Identifying the Signals of Stress
05:02 When a Stressed Out Boss Creates a Stressed Out Team
07:16 Additional Resources
09:21 Wrap Up & Submitting Your Question
09:47 Booking and Contact Information

keywords
stress management, workplace stress, leadership support, mental health, HR strategies
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