työhaluisia

Työhaluisia is a Finnish term used to describe people who display a strong willingness to work. The word can function as a plural adjective (työhaluisia työntekijöitä, työhaluisia hakijoita) or as a substantivized phrase referring to groups of such people. It conveys motivation, proactivity, and readiness to undertake tasks or take on responsibilities.

Etymology and form: The term is built from työ (work) and halu (desire) with the suffix -inen, yielding työhaluinen, meaning eager to work. In plural use, the form becomes työhaluisia, which can modify nouns or stand as a collective description of a group (for example, “työhaluisia työntekijöitä”).

Usage and context: Työhaluisia is common in labor market discourse, recruitment, vocational training, and policy discussions. It is often used to describe desirable qualities in job seekers or employees, such as in phrases like “työhaluisia hakijoita arvostetaan” or “hankkeet tavoittelevat työhaluisia työntekijöitä.” The term can appear in both positive contexts (applause for motivation) and normative statements about employment readiness, especially in activation and workforce development discussions.

Relation to related concepts: It is closely related to work motivation (työmotivaatio) and work ethic (työetiikka). It is distinct from but overlapping with concepts like reliability and diligence. The opposite concept is työhaluttomuus (unwillingness to work). The nuance of use depends on context, policies, and individual circumstances.

Notes: Työhaluisia does not function as a formal statistical category; rather, it is a qualitative descriptor used in analysis, job advertisements, and public discourse to highlight the importance of motivation and readiness in employment. See also työmotivaatio, työetiikka, työllisyys.