{"id":12153,"date":"2024-05-31T07:21:15","date_gmt":"2024-05-31T05:21:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/career.worko.com\/?p=12153"},"modified":"2025-05-21T15:50:42","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T13:50:42","slug":"how-to-reduce-long-term-stress-in-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/career.worko.com\/en\/how-to-reduce-long-term-stress-in-it\/","title":{"rendered":"How to reduce long-term stress in IT \u2013 one simple step"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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How to reduce long-term stress in IT \u2013 one simple step<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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As a senior IT professional, it\u2019s easy to feel chased by deadlines and high-stakes projects. But long-term career stress in IT can be managed with this one thing.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Stress in IT careers is not uncommon<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Summer vacation is just around the corner, and if you work in IT, you\u2019ve probably experienced your fair share of stress while trying to wrap up all your tasks before taking your break. Techniques like massages, meditation, walks, and other relaxation methods can help manage short-term stress \u2013 but there\u2019s also a smart and straightforward way to reduce long-term stress in your career.<\/p>\n

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Not only that: it can also boost your career when it comes to new job opportunities and job satisfaction.<\/p>\n

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The answer? A proactive career.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The value of time & staying ahead to reduce stress in IT<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The key to long-term stability in your career is proactivel thinking. By consistently dedicating time to your career, you can stay ahead of the curve, especially when you\u2019re looking for new opportunities. Unlike a traditional waiting list, where your value is tied to how long you\u2019ve waited, time in your career can be invested and used to build valuable experience, networks, and skills.<\/p>

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Think of it this way: is it less stressful and more effective to spend one hour a month planning your career over the course of a year, or to cram 12 hours of career planning in a single sitting when you desperately need a new job?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How long it can take: Kristin\u2019s journey<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Kristin, a DevOps Engineer at an in-house IT department in Gothenburg, Sweden, started contemplating a career move in late 2022. A colleague told her about us at Worko, and she reached out to us in November. After a few conversations, she realized she\u2019d like to try consulting in the future.<\/p>

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However, she had some ongoing projects to complete and wanted to stay on with her team for at least another year. During this time, the workload increased significantly, and by the time her projects were finished, her stress levels had gone up since our initial contact.<\/p>

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Thanks to her forward thinking, she had already laid the groundwork, and we were able to help her find the right opportunity when she was ready. Today, she\u2019s a consultant and is so much happier in her role. The entire process took about 1.5 years, and she\u2019s grateful she started preparing well in advance.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Stress in IT \u2013 part of the industry<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In today\u2019s digitized world, a lot depends on technology running smoothly. IT professionals often face high expectations, fast-paced problem-solving in complex systems, and considerable responsibility\u2014all of which add pressure and contribute to stress.<\/p>

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That\u2019s why it\u2019s crucial to take care of yourself and use every tool available to manage stress. By planning your career, you can reduce incoming stress over time and improve your day-to-day long-term.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Real benefits of being proactive<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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By taking a proactive approach to your career, you can:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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