Focused on reaching specific goals and gaining self-esteem through professional success.
An internal, persistent urge to think about work even when not working, often accompanied by feelings of guilt or anxiety when away from the job. 3. Typology of Workaholics Workaholics
Modern consensus identifies two core dimensions that define a workaholic: Focused on reaching specific goals and gaining self-esteem
The term "workaholism" was first coined by Wayne Oates in 1971, who defined it as an characterized by a compulsion or uncontrollable need to work incessantly. While often colloquially used to describe anyone who works long hours, academic research distinguishes true workaholism from high work engagement based on the underlying compulsive drive and internal pressure rather than external job demands. 2. Defining Characteristics Typology of Workaholics Modern consensus identifies two core
Researchers have categorized workaholics into various types based on their specific behaviors and motivations: