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Hi there, I’ve been told that Deloitte (London, UK) is going to make me an offer but haven’t heard back and it’s been over two weeks. The recruiter mentioned it would be around the “m2 grade”. Any idea what this pay range is? … I have 3 YOE working in NHS finance and have applied for a position in Risk Advisory, public sector. Curious what life at Deloitte is like? Does a work life balance exist?
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So I think it depends on what you're sacrificing and why. Are you working on holidays to avoid family, or relationship issues? Are you working to avoid dealing with emotions or problems that you're having. I think if it's a crutch it's a problem. If it's exciting and your health or family or friends are not at risk, I think you're fine.
It's all about balance. Work just can't be all you do, in my opinion. I think it's time for a reevaluation when work comes before family, friends, etc. But you said you're single. So I wouldn't worry too much. Are you still maintaining your friendships? Do you still go out and do stuff on occasion? I think just having a little of that in life can help balance a lot of work.
Hi everyone thank you so much! I feel really relieved by the idea that I can actually work hard and not feel like i'm broken. I would say that sometimes I do avoid things and use work as an excuse, and I do identify with it on some level, but I wouldn't say that it undermines relationships that I really want to keep and I'm not really struggling with anything major on a psychological level.
I think your life can be whatever you want it to be. If you’d be happy with a life spent working, then great. But if you use work as an excuse not to build a family or good friendships or pursue hobbies (because you’re scared to do those things, or something?), then it might be time to reevaluate your balance. You only get one life (and who knows how long it will be), so just don’t delay what you really want because you’re always working. But it’s great you love working, because on the flip side, we all spend a lot of time working and not everyone actually enjoys that time!
It is all about finding the right balance. Working hard never hurt anyone until you use work as an excuse to put your life on hold or avoid your responsibilities or duties to your partner, family, children, etc. As long as you're young and single its not something to worry about yet but make sure you have all your priorities lined up in the right order as best as you can.
Work as much as you like!
Make sure you still have time for hobbies though and meeting new people.
Do you identify yourself through your productivity or job? Do you maintain any hobbies outside of work that create a healthy level of mental contrast with your work?
Working hard and loving your job is fantastic! It's the fuel that propels us to achieve great things. But when work starts to consume your life, overshadowing other aspects like relationships, leisure, and even your physical and mental well being, then it might be time to hit the brakes and re-evaluate. As long as you don't prioritize it over yourself, you're good.
Is work adversely impacting your health and/or relationships? If not and it’s something you enjoy then go for it!
I love working too. I don't take days off during the holidays because other people have kids and I don't so I let them take the time off. I don't think I am a workaholic I just have goals that I am trying to crush. There is nothing wrong with that.