Workaholism - The Downside and Impact on Organizations

I always wondered if my workaholic dad's habits were healthy. Or if he was driven by the urge to be a dedicated provider?

Turns out there's a big difference between working hard and being a workaholic - and workaholics could be costing organizations.

Dr. Catherine Connelly from McMaster University is shared more eye-opening research on an HR topics - this time workaholism and the connection to workplace ethics. We talked about why your most dedicated employees might actually be the ones cutting ethical corners.

In this episode:

• The real difference between being busy and being a workaholic
• Why workaholics are more likely to morally disengage at work
• The surprising connection between dedication and tunnel vision
• "Idiosyncrasy credits" - how high performers build up goodwill to get away with bad behavior later
• Red flags to watch for when hiring (and managing) potential workaholics
• Building systems that keep even your best employees ethically grounded

Catherine's research challenges what we think we know about workplace dedication. Sometimes the people most invested in "organizational success" are the ones who'll justify anything to achieve it.

This is a must-listen for any HR professional managing high performers or trying to build truly healthy cultures. Plus, Catherine's research is open source, so you can dive deeper after listening.

Connect with Dr. Catherine Connelly on LinkedIn or at : connellyresearch.com .

What's your experience with workaholism in your workplace? I'd love to hear your thoughts!