Improving cognitive function
As stated by Addicted2success.com, healthy and sufficient sleep ensures our brain functions properly and we can use it to its maximum potential. Cognitive functions such as thinking, creative thinking or problem solving, suffer when we do not get enough quality sleep.
Better concentration
Someone who does not sleep properly or suffers from long-term sleep deprivation has the same reduced ability to concentrate as a person with alcohol in their bloodstream. If you sleep well, you will be able to concentrate well.
Increased emotional intelligence
A quality manager must also have good emotional intelligence. They need to be able to influence their subordinates on an emotional level, and also recognise feelings or indicators of stress or frustration in their subordinates. None of this is really possible if your cognitive functions are reduced due to a lack of sleep.
Reducing stress
Stress hormones build up more easily and in greater number as a result of sleep deprivation. And since managerial positions have no shortage of stressors, it is essential to prevent stress levels from becoming too high by maintaining a good sleep regime.
Setting an example to subordinates
Last but not least, a manager acts as a role model to their subordinates. If you do not follow the principles of a healthy lifestyle and positive mental hygiene, you are also setting a bad example to your team members. In the long run this can have a negative effect on the productivity of the entire team.
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