Stress Management Tips for You

Objective: Take some time to check in and discuss ideas for stress reduction with your team.

Content: Learning to manage stress is a valuable skill and can increase overall happiness at work and in life. Many pet care professionals have been dealing with high customer volumes and often operate with a short staff. These factors can contribute to increased stress and burnout in the long term. This Lunch and Learn is an ideal opportunity to connect with your team and learn some stress management tips together.

Prior to Lunch & Learn Session:

• In preparation for leading the group discussion, the leader should review the supporting document section to determine how the information will be presented.
• Print a copy of the “What is Stress?” fact sheet for each team member.
• Gather supplies for brainstorming with your team. These can include a whiteboard or a large piece of paper for recording ideas.