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JOURNAL OF ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY


Understanding Work Passion: An Important Element for Career Success and Improved Quality of Life


Author(s): Stephen C. Bushardt, Marilyn Young, Brent D. Beal

Citation: Stephen C. Bushardt, Marilyn Young, Brent D. Beal, (2018) "Understanding Work Passion: An Important Element for Career Success and Improved Quality of Life," Journal of Organizational Psychology, Vol. 18, Iss. 2, pp. 23-29

Article Type: Research paper

Publisher: North American Business Press

Abstract:

A dualistic model of both harmonious and obsessive passion suggests that work passion may have both
positive and negative effects toward career success. We explore the potentially negative effects, the "dark side" of work passion, and address warning signs, such as burnout and work-life balance issues. A continuum of obsessive work passion identifies the nature of this potential problem, which may be a
roadblock to one’s career success and quality of life. To counterbalance this effect, feedback from
significant others, self-observation, and learning critical thinking and self-reflection skills are possible
tools for human resource managers.