ORGANIZATIONAL AND EXTRA-ORGANIZATIONAL ANTECEDENTS OF OCCUPATIONAL STRESS: A CASE STUDY OF ASIANET SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS LTD.

Abstract

In the contemporary organizational milieu, characterised by relentless competition and escalating performance expectations, employee stress has emerged as a pivotal determinant of workplace dynamics. The paradigm of “survival of the fittest” underscores the criticality of human capital in achieving organizational excellence. Amidst mounting workloads and the incessant drive for efficiency, stress, long perceived predominantly as a negative construct, has gained renewed attention for its dualistic nature. While distress continues to pose significant challenges to employee well-being and productivity, the concept of eustress highlights the positive, motivational aspects of stress triggered by favourable developments such as promotions or new responsibilities. This dual perception underscores the complexity of stress as a multidimensional phenomenon, frequently cited as one of the most ambiguously defined terms in scientific literature. The present study situates occupational stress within the broader discourse of organizational behaviour and human resource management, with a specific focus on its influence on job performance. Through a critical examination of empirical, conceptual, and theoretical frameworks, the study investigates the antecedents of occupational stress, termed as “stressors”, arising from both organizational and extra-organizational environments. It further explores the implications of these stressors and the adaptive strategies employed to mitigate their effects. By elucidating the intricate relationship between occupational stress and employee performance, this study aims to contribute to more nuanced stress management approaches and informed organizational policy interventions.

Keywords

occupational stress, employee performance, organizational behaviour, stressors, stress management

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To cite this article

Vidya Kanth, M. S., & Umajyothi, V. (2025). Organizational and Extra-Organizational Antecedents of Occupational Stress: A Case Study of Asianet Satellite Communications Ltd. John Foundation Journal of EduSpark, 7(2), 50-65.