Emotional Overload and Workplace Conflict

Stressful situations and high pressure work environments often create heightened emotions for even the most professional teams.  When your team is suffering from emotional overload, conflict is right around the corner.  There are steps you can take as a leader to reduce stress and emotional overload and minimize workplace conflict.

• Understand the Pressure:  Are you closely involved with your team?  Do you understand the pressure they are facing as deadlines approach?  An understanding and compassionate leader can diffuse emotional overload simply by standing alongside the team and providing support.

• Set the Tone:  Laughter, joking, and relaxed conversation can go a long way in helping the team manage stress.  Add some fun into the workplace by smiling or encouraging banter.  As a leader, you set the tone for the atmosphere on the job, so do your part to encourage an enjoyable environment.

• Let Them Blow off Steam:  When was the last time your team did something fun together, outside the office?  Social gatherings allow people to relax and blow off a little steam.  Consider a physical activity like a quick game of 3 on 3 hoops.  Suggest a drink after work or a lunch brought into the break room.  Let everyone interact without the pressure of the normal work flow.

At TrivWorks we understand the value of social time in avoiding workplace conflict.  We make sure our team building trivia events are full of laughter, joking, and friendly competition.  We don’t let anyone take themselves too seriously, and provide the kind of fun atmosphere an emotionally overloaded team needs to unwind.  Contact TrivWorks at (855) 874-8967 for a comprehensive consultation.  Let us help you plan an event that improves everyone’s outlook.