NORTH DAKOTA ( KXNET ) — A new term is coming to light in workplaces called “busy bragging.”

It’s when someone makes comments about not taking breaks, staying late, or not taking vacations because they’re simply too busy — prioritizing the importance and dedication of the job and then bragging about the workload.

While the underlying goal is to give the idea of indispensability and diligence, it also seeks respect and affirmation from superiors and coworkers.

However, the consequence highlights just how the person can push back realistic demands. and shows poor time management.

According to a study published in Personnel Psychology , “busy bragging” has a detrimental impact on relationships between coworkers.

It’s shown that these people are considered less competent, especially if they have high input, but don’t achieve those outcomes, but also because they stress their coworkers out. They’re also found to be less likable since they’re focused on their own work and achievements.

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