Work Ethic In Richard Nixon's 'We Can Do It !'

One of the most basic aspects of life is work and having a job. It is usually a requirement for a stable life and of utmost importance to people. Richard Nixon’s “Address to the Nation on Labor Day” highlights the work ethic as “ingrained in the American character”. He explains that the competitive spirit is central to the character and takes another name as work ethic (Nixon). Work’s importance is also expressed through the cultural icon of Rosie the Riveter. The image reading “We Can Do It!” displays how the women valued the work which led to more equality in the workplace (Miller). Women in World War II felt pride in the ability to fill the industrial workforce jobs left behind by the men. Even today a person’s job has a considerable influence

The NIOSH establishes what they think is the most useful approach to prevent stress which involves three steps: identify the problem, design and implement interventions, and evaluate the interventions (Minter). They believe that by locating the problem companies can redesign specifics areas to reduce stress level, and then evaluate the issues to determine if it is producing lasting effects. First, for an individual to reduce the risk they need to be aware of the problem. In addition, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 even requires employers to conduct regular assessments of the risk of stress-related illness as a result of people’s work (Maynard). The Health and Safety Executive has a similar approach to assessment that includes identifying the hazards, deciding who might be harmed and how, evaluating the risk by identifying what action you are already taking, determining whether or not it is enough, deciding what further action is required, recording the assessment 's significant findings, and reviewing the assessment at suitable intervals (Maynard). It is most efficient to address stress at its origin before the problem advances too much; thus, assessments such as these aim to address the stress levels early (Houdmont and Stravroula 80). After individuals are aware of problems talking more openly and confronting the aspects of mental and emotional health will decrease the progression of work-related stress (Armson 5). A few ways to reduce work place stress include making the most of workday breaks and setting reasonable standards. Even a small amount of personal time for a snack, walk, or a chat can improve mood in the workplace ("Mind/body Health: Job Stress"). In order to produce a real change specific resolution need to be focused