Quite often, you come across the workaholic who
never takes time off. His or her entire universe is built around the workplace.
Even in social conversation, this person only talks about work. This person
never disengages from that universe – not physically, intellectually nor
emotionally. So to speak, he has invested everything in work.
Each morning he is in the office latest 6:30 and
works throughout the day and sometimes into the night. He demonstrates a
compulsive sense of belonging and even proprietary entitlement. Every employer
wants dedication. Yet dedication to the workplace is very unhealthy if it
degenerates into some form of maniacal obsession. It can be harmful to you, to
your work, your colleagues and eventually to your organization. It is a simple
law of supply and demand.
