An Analytical Introspection of Work Related Stress; In Indian Corporate Sector

This paper in making a study of the Indian corporate sector and shall focus on identifying the levels in the frequency of the job-stressors for individuals in the corporate world. In that it shall seek to trace out the disturbing levels of work-related stress that affects most individuals. The study shall also seek to highlight the organizational changes and reforms that can be made be brought in by the management and Human Resource department so that employees experience minimum levels of stress at work and all kinds of conflicts at workplaces can be completely avoided. The main emphasis of this paper is primarily on the corporate world of contemporary India wherein occupational stress has been noticeably high. The main reasons for this are insufficient rest from work, excessive and immoderate work pressure, unsystematic delegation of work, monotonous work environment, lack of challenges at work, non-recognition of hard work, lack of rewards/incentives, unachievable deadlines, impractical work targets, inadequate utilisation of talent and skills, poor influence on worker’s mental well-being etc. This paper has gathered infuriation and other relevant data through a detailed survey of individuals employed at various companies, through a well prepared and exhaustive questionnaire that probes into the issues related to work-related stress. The sample body was substantial and allowed for a detailed study of the issue at hand, and all data sources were methodically used to analyse the present statistics. It must be said that the results are alarming. More than 85% of the individuals surveyed reported to be stressed due to their work, and about 80% claimed that better work hours and a more negotiable workspace relieved tension to a great extent. The study has deep implications for policy makers to manage the stress at corporate level.