Twelve: Administrative Policies
 
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There is too much red tape in my job.
 There are too many reports and memos to read.
 There are policies and procedures for everything here.

Some organizations have ten pound policies and procedures manuals that are intended to bring order out of chaos but often simply hamstring staff. This source of stress is referred to, euphemistically, as red tape. Forms and paperwork mean more work. But more importantly forms and paperwork often make getting the job done quickly and efficiently all the harder. One key to this area is whether your boss supports you on policy matters. Do you and your boss agree on interpretation of policies and procedures? Do you regularly discuss interpretations with your boss?

You can reduce stress in this area by: