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Technostress and Job Performance: Understanding the Negative Impacts and Strategic Responses in the Workplace
This study delves into the increasingly pertinent issue of technostress in
the workplace and its multifaceted impact on job performance. Technostress,
emerging from the rapid integration of technology in professional settings, is
identified as a significant stressor affecting employees across various
industries. The research primarily focuses on the ways in which technostress
influences job performance, both negatively and positively, depending on the
context and individual coping mechanisms. Through a blend of qualitative and
quantitative methodologies, including surveys and in-depth interviews, the
study examines the experiences of employees from diverse sectors. It highlights
how technostress manifests in different forms: from anxiety and frustration due
to constant connectivity to the pressure of adapting to new technologies. The
paper also explores the dual role of technology as both a facilitator and a
hindrance in the workplace.
Significant findings indicate that technostress adversely impacts job
performance, leading to decreased productivity, diminished job satisfaction,
and increased turnover intentions. However, the study also uncovers that
strategic interventions, such as training programs, supportive leadership, and
fostering a positive technological culture, can mitigate these negative
effects. These interventions not only help in managing technostress but also in
harnessing the potential of technology for enhanced job performance.
Furthermore, the research proposes a model outlining the relationship between
technostress, coping mechanisms, and job performance. This model serves as a
framework for organizations to understand and address the challenges posed by
technostress. The study concludes with recommendations for future research,
particularly in exploring the long-term effects of technostress and the
efficacy of various coping strategies