Goals should not be impossible to meet. Secondly, all decisions should be made in a timely manner and should be clear to all subordinates. A supervisor that second guesses or reverses a decision will generate added stress for those who report to him or her. A supportive work environment reduces stress levels. Employees need support and encouragement from coworkers as well as their supervisor.
Feedback becomes critical.
A manager or supervisor must provide feedback and recognition to keep subordinates informed of their effectiveness. Notify employees of upcoming meetings and other events so that they are prepared in advance. A supervisor also needs to allow subordinates to participate in the decision making process. As a result, employees will feel like they have contributed to decisions that directly affect them. A manager that offers a variety of tasks to employees will find that employees are less likely to get bored.