Stress and Well-Being at the Strategic Level

Volume 21 of Research in Occupational Stress and Well-Being focuses on stress and well-being as it pertains to strategic management and decision-making. The need to understand the consequences of stress as a factor impacting strategic decisions and the need to account for the stress and well-being of employees, customers, and communities as factors influencing the ability of businesses to flourish in a sustainable manner are highlighted. Chapters cover topics such as how stress and well-being can influence decision-making, how organizational changes can impact stress and well-being, and how CEO mental health can impact strategy and organizational effectiveness.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 27 October 2023
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

Volume 21 of Research in Occupational Stress and Well-Being delves into the intricate relationship between stress and well-being in the context of strategic management and decision-making. Over the past few decades, the realm of strategic leadership has been confronted with an array of unprecedented challenges, stemming from technological advancements, economic and political crises, and profound shifts in the workplace driven by health crises. These events have underscored the critical importance of understanding the impact of stress as a factor influencing strategic choices. Simultaneously, firms are increasingly recognizing the significance of considering the stress and well-being of their employees, customers, and communities as key determinants of their ability to thrive in a sustainable manner.

Chapters within this volume explore a diverse range of topics, encompassing:

• The influence of stress and well-being on the decision-making and effectiveness of higher management teams.
• The potential ramifications of organizational changes, such as mergers/acquisitions or downsizing, on the stress and well-being of both leaders and followers.
• Strategic initiatives that can either directly or indirectly promote the well-being of organizational members or customers.
• The impact of CEO mental health on strategy and organizational effectiveness.
• Strategic decision-making in times of crisis.
• Shedding light on how both leader and follower stress and well-being can serve as antecedents and consequences of strategic actions and initiatives, or even form the central focus of strategic plans.

Stress and Well-Being at the Strategic Level underscores the paramount importance of stress and well-being for organizations, their leaders, and the individuals who are impacted by their decisions. By delving into these critical aspects, this volume provides valuable insights and practical strategies for fostering a healthier and more resilient workforce, enhancing organizational performance, and creating a positive impact on society as a whole.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781837973590