In business, stress can account for a surprising energy expense, leaving employees drained and unproductive. Stress can also have detrimental effects to teamwork further hampering their ability to function. The objective of this paper is to provide a model for stress that may be used to analyze stress in practically any environment or scenario. This should subsequently provide clues, if not the means, to effectively combat stress, both in oneself and in others. This article will present a comparison of the traditional and stable models for stress and provide some solutions for managers to manage or mitigate stress of employee and employer alike. The information presented here will benefit managers by helping them reduce or manage the stress of his subordinates, thus improving their performance and productivity. As an added benefit, a less stressful working environment, thus created, will improve the attitude of all involved, again boosting productivity and possibly attracting new talent.