Let's face it, we all love to complain to others about our workload, fatigue, stress, multi-tasking, and the feeling of sharing this conversation with others feels like a complete release. After all, complaining about work all the time is harmless, but are they affecting your career part?
According to a new study from the University of Georgia, talking too much about work stress can isolate you from your colleagues.
Researchers found that people who complained all the time were seen by others as less competent and likable. In fact, people who took part in the study said they were less likely to help a co-worker who was constantly complaining about work, compared to others. Having a workload is something related to the nature of your profile, but if you want to get ahead in your career, according to James Uffindell, head of a technology network in the US, you need to complain less.
"If you've had a challenging day, feel like something is unfair, or are overwhelmed by a to-do list, it's important to process these situations effectively," explains Uffindell.
When you can, try to avoid venting in the workplace and creating a negative situation, as this can damage your professional image and lead to career and social problems.
Instead, focus on finding a better solution that doesn't affect the productive aspect of your work. According to Uffindell, when you feel like complaining, a much better approach would be to use stress-reducing techniques, a walk in nature, a conversation with managers, help from colleagues, etc.
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