Studies show that chronic work stress can be just as bad for your mental and physical well-being as smoking or lack of exercise. Prolonged job stress keeps defenses on high alert and raises your risk of high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, chronic pain and a lowered immune system. A Korn Ferry survey revealed that two-thirds of 2,000 professionals said their job stress levels are higher today than five years ago. Another study found that highly effective managers work fewer hours (an average of 52 hours a week), compared to less productive managers who work longer hours (an average 70 hours a week). Prepare yourself for your workdays by taking care of your physical health outside of work.

Source: Forbes April 14, 2019 13:52 UTC