Training programmes for stress management in small businesses

– The purpose of this paper is to present: the problem of stress employees might encounter; the individual inclination to stress; the individual methods for reducing stress; and the authors' model of training for stress prevention., – The paper uses both descriptive and analytical approaches to research and dissemination. Within the descriptive approach various methods are applied, including compilation, descriptive and comparative techniques; the analytical approach involves inductive and deductive methods., – It emerges that individuals vary considerably in their ability to manage stress. Self‐perception, locus of control, type A or B behavioural patterns and flexibility or rigidity, all appear to influence stress management abilities., – Some organisations might choose to assist individuals to manage stress by providing relevant training programmemes., – The paper develops a model of training for stress prevention. This model could be customised to the specific needs of small, medium and large organisations.