JOURNAL ARTICLE

How to Support an Employee in Distress.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Livne-Tarandach, Reut; Jazaieri, Hooria 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the importance of supporting employees in distress and offers strategies for providing effective support. The research suggests that seeking support from colleagues who have experienced similar struggles may not always be helpful. Instead, it is recommended to focus on the person in distress, validate their pain, ask questions to understand their specific needs, and consider pairing them with a mentor who has not experienced the same type of distress. Creating a compassionate organization can lead to benefits such as lower absenteeism and turnover, increased work satisfaction, and better collaboration. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2024/09, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Psychology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:179659093
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