A Study on Factors Contributing to Workplace Stress Among Employees in IT Sector in Chennai

ABSTRACT This study investigates the relationship between employee stress and its impact on productivity and how it influences job performance. Through a comprehensive analysis of demographic factors, stress levels, coping strategies, and productivity outcomes, the research aims to provide valuable insights into the complexities of workplace well-being and organizational performance. Findings indicate that while gender may not significantly influence job stress, age is a determinant of stress levels among employees. A structured questionnaire was sent to 110 respondents who were the employees in IT sector in Chennai. This research was done by using statistical tools like ANOVA to evaluate major organisational factors to workplace stress among employees. Moreover, a negative correlation between stress frequency and productivity underscores the importance of effective stress management strategies. Furthermore, the variation in coping mechanisms based on educational qualification highlights the need for tailored interventions to support employees with diverse backgrounds. Overall, this study underscores the critical importance of addressing employee stress to foster a healthier and more productive work environment. KEYWORDS: Employee stress, Productivity, Demographic factors, Coping strategies, Organizational performance, Workplace well-being, Stress management, Intervention strategies.