The Impact of Workaholism on Employees’ Wellbeing: An Investigation in a Non-Western Economy

Amid the aftermath of the ‘Great Resignation’ following COVID-19, employees increasingly demand improved work-life balance due to the challenges posed by modern workplaces. This study first examines the impact of workaholism on work-family inter-role conflicts. Second, it explores how work family inter-role conflicts affect the physical and psychological health of workaholics. Third, the study assesses the impact of ill health on workaholics' job and life satisfaction. Out of 350 distributed questionnaires, 242 Pakistani employees working in the manufacturing and service sectors completed the survey. As hypothesized, workaholism is positively associated with work-family inter-role conflicts and significantly harms the health of workaholics. This diminished wellbeing leads to reduced job satisfaction and decreased life satisfaction. The study provides implications for HR managers and policymakers in Pakistan, highlighting workaholism's pervasive influence on employee wellbeing. Specifically, the results demonstrate the role of work-family inter-role conflicts in exacerbating ill health, urging organizations to prioritize work-life balance to improve workforce wellbeing and productivity.