“How Stress Affects Your Business: The Hidden Costs You Can’t Ignore”
Workplace stress doesn't just affect us; it affects everyone around us — colleagues, managers, customers, and ultimately the business owner. The result? Lost productivity, presenteeism, sick leave, low morale, and reduced profits.
But what if we looked at stress and performance from a different angle? In sports, 80% of performance is mental, 20% physical. Now, think about this: How much do our thoughts and attitudes affect our business performance?
Imagine this scenario: You've spent three days presenting sales proposals, only to face rejection every time. Feeling dejected, you call home, and you're told you've just won a million pounds on the lottery. How do you feel in that moment?
Take a moment to visualise that.
Your stress vanishes, and a new attitude forms. How might this shift in mindset affect your performance with the remaining potential clients?
In business, much of what we do is influenced by our attitudes. Our mental disposition shapes our behaviour and decision-making.
Stay tuned for the next post where we’ll explore how to break the cycle of negative beliefs and transform your mindset.
How do we break the cycle of negative beliefs that hold us back?
It starts with challenging those beliefs. For instance, you might believe you’re not good enough, but are you really that bad at your job? Have you ever made smart decisions or accomplished something meaningful?
Start by questioning your beliefs:
“Am I really that stupid?”
“Haven’t I ever done anything smart?”
When you begin to ask these questions, your mind starts to shake those limiting beliefs. The next step? Take action.
By performing actions that contradict these negative beliefs — like making successful sales calls or completing a challenging task — you begin to prove to your subconscious mind that those old beliefs are wrong.
“Small Actions, Big Changes: Reprogram Your Mindset for Lasting Success”
So, you’ve started challenging your beliefs and taking action to prove your capabilities. What happens next? It’s time to reinforce your new mindset.
Small actions — when repeated consistently — prove to your subconscious mind that the old, limiting beliefs no longer apply. Over time, these actions will create new mental templates, and your brain will shift its focus to look for positive reinforcement.
For example, when you show yourself that you can achieve something, your brain will recognise this as your new standard. Positive behaviours will follow, and you’ll be more confident, productive, and effective in your role.
The key to lasting change is consistency. By challenging your beliefs, taking positive actions, and reinforcing new habits, you can break free from negative cycles and build a new, empowered mindset.
Remember, it’s not about perfection — it’s about progress. The more you take action, the more your beliefs shift, leading to a healthier and more successful approach to work.
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