Avoiding stressWhen work equals fire extinguishingWhen staff moan about their lack of time for themselves, that time is flying by, that a day should be at least 48 hours long, or that work seems to just entail fire extinguishing rather than being structurally active – it should be seen as a sign on the wall. Work controls the employee, especially when that work is undertaken in an open office environment. Employers and managers who wish to find a true solution can do something about it. |