05/14/2025

How to Spot and Rescue Workaholics before They Burn Out

Watch out for hyper-productive employees

Your top employees' calendars are packed; they're working overtime; they're constantly juggling multiple projects. However, are they really so-called "peak performers" or just on the fast track to burnout?

In an always-on work culture, the line between dedication and a destructive working style has become dangerously blurred. With a reported two-thirds of employees suffering from burnout, HR leaders face a critical challenge: distinguishing genuine productivity from unsustainable workaholism.

"What high performers understand that workaholics don't is the importance of strategic effort," said Ramon Velazquez, a professor in life sciences at Arizona State University. "Recognizing and breaking free from unhealthy work habits is key to avoiding burnout and sustaining long-term success."

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