#workahol

Organizations also have to contend with the infectious, destructive nature of workaholism. Productivity drops when people work excessive hours. Many employees also admit to “vacation shaming” co-workers, which is contributing to a rise in hostile workplaces. Stress is contagious and doesn’t serve morale, either.

Retention becomes an issue as the best and brightest leave the workforce to recoup their lives. Diversity suffers as well. An all-encompassing career is difficult to balance alongside caregiving duties, which makes things difficult for many women, people of color, and baby boomers. By fostering workaholism, companies miss out on an opportunity to strengthen their teams (and profits) with diverse leadership.

So don’t tell me that there’s something uniquely demanding about building yet another fucking startup that dwarfs the accomplishments of The Origin of Species or winning five championship rings. It’s bullshit. Extractive, counterproductive bullshit peddled by people who either need a narrative to explain their personal sacrifices and regrets or who are in a position to treat the lives and wellbeing of others like cannon fodder.

Addiction to “Workahol”

Don’t become addicted, it is not worth it!

Workaholism