Worker Characteristics that can Cause Job Stress. Worker Characteristics that can Cause Job Stress may Include:
1. A Need to be in Control
->The worker feels a need to be in control at all times.
->The worker views lack of control as a sign of weakness.
->The worker has difficulty delegating assignments to others.
->The worker avoids showing signs of weakness or nervousness.
2. A lack or Perceived lack of Competence
->The worker feels his or her work is inferior compared to others.
->The worker feels he or she makes poor judgments.
->The worker feels a lack of common sense.
->The worker feels doubts about his or her competence and ability
to do the job.
3. A Desire to Please People
->The worker relies on favorable opinions and input from others
as a basis for building self-esteem
->The worker fears he or she may disappoint others
->The worker cares more about others' needs than his or her own.
->The worker avoids communications and actions that would
displease others.
4. A Need to be Perfect (Perfection)
->The worker feels under pressure to achieve.
->The worker is highly self-critical.
->The worker feels a job well done could have been done
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