Lets Fight Stress
Do you feel banking stress ? Do you feel like you’re falling behind even after giving your 100%?
That despite doing your best, something is always missing?
Everyone else seems to be moving ahead, except you?
These are classic symptoms of banking stress, my friend. And let me tell you — you are not alone.
According to the IPSOS World Mental Health Day Survey 2024, 53% of urban Indians are living under stress. And the picture is even worse for the banking community — almost 75% of bankers report being under constant stress.
⚠️ Why Is Stress So Common in Banking?
• Target pressure
• Multitasking
• Strict deadlines
• Political or external interference
• Personal and family issues
• Cutthroat competition
• Speculative lifestyle and financial uncertainty
💬 A Personal Insight
Having served in multiple organizations across high-stress environments for over 20 years, I understand that stress cannot be avoided — it’s a by-product of responsibility.
But it can be managed and minimized.
✅ 6 Practical Tips to Manage Banking Stress
1. Prioritize Your Work
Spend the first 15 minutes each day to decide what truly needs your attention.
Use this 4-part filter:
• A: Important and Urgent
• B: Urgent but Not Important
• C: Important but Not Urgent
• D: Neither Important nor Urgent
Assign your tasks as per ABCD priority and act accordingly.
2. Delegate the Work
You are not a superhuman — don’t try to be one.
Delegate tasks based on your team members’ strengths. It not only reduces your load but builds mutual trust.
3. Build a Strong Team
Create leaders in your team. Assign them tasks and let them lead.
Yes, they may fail at times, but over time, they’ll become assets during pressure situations.
A team of leaders is your biggest stress relief.
4. Spend Time with Family and Yourself
No matter how stressful your day is, personal time recharges you.
Spend time on your hobbies, passions, or simply relax with your loved ones.
It resets your mind.
5. Engage in Social Service
Have you ever helped someone in need and felt pure joy?
Even small acts — like teaching a poor child or planting a tree — create inner peace that helps offset stress.
Try it. You’ll feel it instantly.
6. Talk to Someone You Trust
If you’re feeling overstressed , talk to a friend, colleague, or senior.
Someone who understands your environment can guide you better.
Bottling it in only makes things worse.
🔁 Final Thoughts
I said at the beginning — stress isn’t always bad.
If channelled properly, it can be a source of energy, growth, and motivation.
Keep growing, keep learning, and keep helping and keep fighting banking stress
Good
Insightful