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Grand Summary

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  Grand Summary In the realm of workplaces and organizations, foundational elements are vital. Just as a well-structured thesis is essential for a compelling essay and a strong cement foundation is crucial for a sturdy deck, the leadership and management of a company serve as the cornerstone of its work environment. In this context, a toxic workplace environment can have severe repercussions, primarily impacting employees but paradoxically harming the employer in the long run. Research, as highlighted by Sull and other experts, underscores the gravity of this situation, with staggering costs allocated to employee healthcare due to the long-term consequences of a toxic work environment. One key factor characterizing a toxic workplace is the prevalence of disrespect, often coupled with non-inclusivity. Research and surveys indicate that this issue is far from isolated, affecting a significant portion of employees in various American companies. While reflecting on personal experienc...

Higher Hierarchy Response

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  Higher Hierarchy Response Author: Donald Sull, Charles Sull, William Cipolli, and Caio Brighenti Source: https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/why-every-leader-needs-to-worry-about-toxic-culture/ Donald Sull, C. S. (2022, March 16). Why every leader needs to worry about toxic culture . MIT Sloan Management Review. https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/why-every-leader-needs-to-worry-about-toxic-culture/ In various undertakings, whether it's crafting an essay or constructing a backyard deck, the foundational elements play a paramount role. In the context of an essay, this pivotal element is the thesis, while for a deck, it's the robust cement foundation. Remarkably, this same principle holds true in the corporate world. If the company's leaders, who represent its public face, are ill-equipped to address a toxic workplace environment, it's the employees who suffer most. Paradoxically, this ultimately inflicts more harm upon the employer than the employees in the lo...

Surviving a toxic workplace

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  Surviving a toxic workplace   Author: Melody Wilding Source: https://hbr.org/2022/10/how-to-recover-from-a-toxic-job Wilding, M. (2022, October 17). How to recover from a toxic job . Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2022/10/how-to-recover-from-a-toxic-job Recovering from a toxic workplace is a challenging process that involves several crucial steps. Firstly, finding closure is essential, as it allows individuals to let go of resentment and self-blame. The need for cognitive closure is powerful and can help individuals accept the past and transition to something new. This process may involve forgiving oneself and appreciating their efforts in challenging circumstances. Additionally, creating space for grief and engaging in releasing rituals, such as writing a "goodbye" letter or archiving old work files, can aid in moving on from a toxic job. Taking control of what one can is another vital aspect of recovery. Rather than dwelling on self-blame, individ...

What to do about toxic workplace

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  What to do about toxic workplace Channel: Sky news Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMgMSJx-ZPo&t=1s   News, S. (2023, June 14). Daily Podcast: Toxic Workplace Culture and what to do about it . YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMgMSJx-ZPo&t=1s Addressing problems is the most effective way to resolve them, typically involving two parties: one seeking a solution and the other possessing the authority to solve the issue. In a recent Sky News podcast hosted by Kimberley Leonard, various companies in the UK facing serious allegations of bullying, sexual misconduct, and toxic work environments are examined. The severity of these problems becomes evident as you continue listening. Numerous high-ranking individuals within these companies seem to evade significant consequences for their actions. Sky News attempted to interview one such individual who was involved in a relationship with a much younger person and faced allegations of workplace bullying, b...

Signs of Toxic Workplace

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  Signs of a Toxic Workplace   Author: By  Lasia Kretzel  &  Kylie Stanton   Source: https://globalnews.ca/news/9466409/northern-vancouver-island-doctors-toxic-workplace/ Kretzel, L., & Stanton, K. (2023, February 7). Northern Vancouver Island physicians call for resignation of region’s top doctor - BC . Global News. https://globalnews.ca/news/9466409/northern-vancouver-island-doctors-toxic-workplace/   Regardless of how attractive a job may seem; the work environment can profoundly influence one's perspective. To illustrate this, let's consider a fast-food restaurant paying its employees nearly $20 per hour, which rivals the starting wages in some skilled trades. You might wonder why this is relevant to the current topic. Have you ever questioned why there are typically younger teenagers and older individuals working at such establishments? The answer is quite straightforward: the working conditions take a significant toll on the ...

Toxic Workplace

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  TOXIC WORKPLACE AT PF Author:   Scott Sleek Source: https://www.apa.org/topics/healthy-workplaces/toxic-workplace   Sleek, S. (2023, July 13). Toxic workplaces leave employees sick, scared, and looking for an exit. how to combat unhealthy conditions . American Psychological Association. https://www.apa.org/topics/healthy-workplaces/toxic-workplace   Workplace toxicity, as per Google's definition, can be summarized as a setting rife with significant personal conflicts. Scott Sleek's article, "Toxic workplaces leave employees sick, scared, and looking for an exit. How to combat unhealthy condition," delves deep into this concept, shedding light on the often-overlooked signs of such toxicity. It's disconcerting to note that Scott reports 1 in 5 Americans would describe their workplace as toxic, and these individuals assert that it directly impacts their mental well-being. This underscores a direct link between the stability of the work environment and a...