Forget about massages and bubble baths. Among the financial advi-sors who experienced higher levels of stress in 2009 vs 2008, 59% changed their work habits to cope, according to the 2009 Advisor Survey. These advisors:

> developed new work methods, such as delegating more tasks to colleagues (27% of respondents).

> reduced the amount of time they spend with clients (26%).

> changed expectations about excellence or perfection at work (22%).

> worked harder or longer hours (19%).

> took more days off (16%).

> did activities outside the job (12%).

> increased communication or improved communication with clients (8%).

> looked for more alternative and diversified products (6%).

— OLIVIA GLAUBERZON