Many Nigerians are workaholics, even with the lack of stable electricity and fast internet, many of us are still always plugged into the world of work.
Technology has now played a major role in the concept of workaholism, working anywhere, anytime is now possible.
Workers can continue to work on their smartphones, tablet and laptop as long there is an internet connection. For most people, it means working all the time.
Workaholics are believed to be more productive, but what is the essence of the productiveness if it results in accumulated stress which in turn can lead to bigger health conditions such as High blood pressure, anxiety, and depression.
As a workaholic, your actions are not affecting just you, but close family, friends, partners and children.
These are 7 Signs that proves you are a workaholic.
- * You work the longest hours in your organization.
- * You don’t just know how to take a break. You even feel guilty when you go on a compulsory leave.
- * You usually spend more time on a task than intended.
- * Negative feedback from close friends, partner and family for not spending time together.
- * Unaware of happenings in the external world outside of work.
- * Cancelling your social life because of work, even when there’s no deadline for projects.
- * Your self-worth is usually defined by career accomplishments.
- * You become stressed or depressed if you are unable to work.
- Working hard and smart isn’t bad, but learn to take a break once in a while.
- If you are a workaholic, learn how to create a work-life balance.
- Get friends, family and partner to help you develop a disengagement habit before it leads to a serious health condition.