by Randall S. Hansen, Ph.D.
Thanks again for participating in our
Workaholics Quiz.
Scoring:
For each statement, give yourself the following point values:
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Always True
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4 points
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Often True
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3 points
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Sometimes True
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2 points
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Never True
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1 point
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Add up your score and find your degree of workaholism:
66-100: Danger Zone. You may be close to the brink of personal
disaster from focusing too much of your energies and emotions on your work.
You are a workaholic.
35-65: Warning Zone. You have some workaholic tendencies and
behaviors, but at this point are not overdoing it. However, you should change
some behaviors before you slip into the danger zone.
Under 35: Healthy Zone. You may be a hard worker, but you know
the boundaries between work and a personal life, and you find healthy ways
of finding a balance. Keep it up!
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Dealing With Your Current Job/Employer.
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Dr. Randall S. Hansen is founder of Quintessential Careers,
one of the oldest and most comprehensive career development sites on the Web, as well CEO of
EmpoweringSites.com. He is also founder of
MyCollegeSuccessStory.com and
EnhanceMyVocabulary.com. He is publisher of
Quintessential Careers Press,
including the Quintessential Careers electronic newsletter,
QuintZine. Dr. Hansen is also a
published author, with several books, chapters in books, and hundreds of articles. He's often
quoted in the media and conducts empowering workshops around the country. Finally, Dr. Hansen is
also an educator, having taught at the college level for more than 15 years. Visit his
personal Website or
reach him by email at randall(at)quintcareers.com.
