Toxicity in the Workplace

I swear something is in the water this summer because I can’t seem to stop having conversations about toxic workplaces.

Every other day I chat with someone about a coworker or boss who’s treating them poorly. And it makes me really sad. It hurts my heart that so many people are dealing with this and that many individuals don’t feel like they can confront it, because doing so may put their job, and their much-needed income, in jeopardy.

There’s no right way to deal with it either.

Some people may benefit from confrontation.

Others may not have the security needed to do that.

Some may have the opportunity to report or escalate things.

Others are entirely on their own.

No matter how you choose to deal with toxicity, make sure you’re always putting yourself first. You deserve to be happy, safe, and secure in your job.

And if you aren’t right now, my thoughts are with you.