toxic workplaces

If you have ever worked in a toxic workplace, you have learned the hard way that dysfunctional organizational cultures are harmful and hinder employee performance. Taylor Peyton, Ph.D., senior organizational psychologist for BiasSync, and co-founder of Mojo Moments, defines organizational culture as “a force, both visible and invisible, that massively influences employee behavior and an organization’s chance of success.” Telltale signs of a good, thriving work culture go well beyond a company’s stocked kitchen, modern office lounges, flexible work schedules, and other perks.    

Learn in this podcast how to see beneath a company's shiny veneer by looking for factors that reveal the company's true self (warts and all) and find out practical steps leaders can take to cultivate a positive organizational culture.  

This episode is the first in the Distinguished Leadership Series where we share perspectives from experts from various fields and from around the world on learning to identify and develop a positive, values-based leadership style that motivates employees and propels company success. 

The “Distinguished” podcast is produced by Boston University School of Hospitality Administration.

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Sound Engineer and Editor: Andrew Hallock
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Music: “Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Arielle is 33 years old and FINALLY embarking on her dream life. When she was younger, she cared way too much what people thought of her. Even in her 20s, she thought her 30s were too old. 

But now? She's realizing its never too late to reinvent yourself in your 30s. Its never too late to become who you want to be. You get to thrive at whatever age! 

In this episodes, she dispels common myths and limiting beliefs about turning 30 and how to actually become the person you want to be in your 30s.  It's not too late to be who you want to be in your 30s!

Dr. Laura reflects on the just-finished Season 3 of Where Work Meets LifeTM, and the themes and highlights she explored throughout key episodes. She looks ahead to the upcoming Season 4 and shares the topics she wants to revisit from new angles and which new ideas she will examine in the coming episodes.

Dr. Laura addresses hot topics like AI, hybrid and flexible work, and toxic workplaces and bosses, which  she has been talking about recently and wants to explore in more depth in coming episodes. The idea of nuanced humans, embracing our intuition, heart, and inner wisdom in making career decisions, is something she cherishes discussing, as well as the brain, the neuroscience behind what we do and choose. Season 3 brought many enlightening episodes that each investigate different aspects of wellbeing, workplace and career. Dr. Laura highlights a few key guests and conversations that are worth revisiting for inspiration and advice. Thank you all for being on the journey so far and join Dr. Laura for even more insight and knowledge in Season 4. 

“...I think that intuition is an important element of our work and our lives. I would love to continue talking about that when it comes to thriving humans. And creating meaning and fulfillment in our lives is super important because it is easy to get consumed by fear and worry and constant thoughts that are churning in our heads, and to have difficulty grounding and finding purpose and meaning in this life.” Dr. Laura

About Dr. Laura:

Bringing nearly 25 years of expertise as an Industrial/Organizational and Career Psychologist and pioneer on the future of work, Dr. Laura helps organizations evolve their cultures, and leaders and employees to thrive in their work and lives.

She shares her expertise through keynote speaking, the Where Work Meets LifeTM podcast, strategic career coaching, and writing articles and books.

Resources:

“The Impact of AI on Tomorrow’s Job Market” by Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett on LinkedIn

Episode 62 | The Gift of Intuition in Our Work and Lives

Episode 41 | Too Bad to Stay, Too Good to Leave: Making Purposeful Career Pivots

Episode 42 | Career Fulfillment: Making or Breaking our Work-Life Wellness

Episode 57 | The Power of Exercise to Optimize your Brain and Mental Wellness

Episode 61 | Vitamin N: The Power of Nature in Work/Life Wellness

Episode 64 | The Generous Workhome: Boosting Your Wellbeing and Productivity

Episode 47 | Tragedy as Our Teacher: Finding Silver Linings with Detective Sweet

Episode 48 | Unlikely Connections, Affirmations, and the Power to Make a Difference

Episode 54 | Special Episode on The LiLoHia Project: with guests Gerald Auger and Sass Jordan

Learn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.live

For more resources, look into Dr. Laura’s organizations: 

Canada Career Counselling

Synthesis Psychology

Arielle is neurodivergent. It's like that movie "Divergent" but much, much more entertaining. It's like, she was born with 10 tabs open in her brain and she struggles to close 9 of them because she's so used to multi-tasking. Also, this has caused her to live very unbalanced - contributing to a host of health issues.

The brain circus in her brain, while well-suited for complex thought and work, isn't actually the best for creating a balanced life. In this episode, Arielle shares the pros and cons of having ADHD/being neurodivergent and being empath, plus ways she's started to FINALLY regulate her brain and her life. 

In this episode, Dr. Paul White, an expert in workplace relationships and employee appreciation, sheds light on toxic workplaces and the importance of recognition. Here are the key lessons and insights from their conversation:

1. Toxic workplaces have three key components: A sick system, a toxic leader, and dysfunctional colleagues. Understanding these elements is crucial for identifying and addressing toxicity in the workplace.

2. Recognition and appreciation are essential for creating a healthy work environment: Despite the prevalence of employee recognition programs, many individuals still do not receive the appreciation they deserve. Leaders and organizations need to be more intentional and effective in showing their employees that they are valued.

3. Acts of service can be a powerful form of appreciation: Small actions, such as answering emails, delegating tasks, or assisting with clerical work, can make a significant impact on colleagues or employees. Understanding the languages of appreciation helps to ensure that the right actions are taken to make others feel valued.

4. Appropriate physical touch to show appreciation: High fives or pats on the back, can be a spontaneous form of celebration in the workplace: However, different cultures have varying levels of comfort with physical touch, and it is crucial to respect individual boundaries. The recipient of touch determines what is appropriate.

5. Gifts in the workplace should be thoughtful and personalized: Instead of generic gifts, taking the time to understand an individual's interests and preferences can make the gift more impactful. It's not about how much money you spend, but about the thought and effort put into the gift.

Learn More: 

- Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Dr. White [Link to the Few website episode page] 

Connect with Dr. Paul White: 
 

- Official Website: https://drpaulwhite.com/

- Social Media: LinkedIn , Twitter 

- Book: Learn how to improve job satisfaction, create more positive relationships between managers and employees, and decrease burnout rates. The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace

So join us on this episode of The Few With Boo, as we talked about the complexities of toxic workplaces, the power of appreciation, and the ways in which we can create a more positive and fulfilling work environment. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion with Dr. Paul White!

Hi! I'm Arielle, and I'm perfect.  Yes, I am a perfect person who does everything right. What was that? You don't believe me?  HA! Well, let me just show you by attempting to overachieve at everything single damn thing I do and pretend I'm not experiencing crippling anxiety, burnout and digestive issues all at once. I got it, I swear.

WHEW! Breathe, y'all. In today's episode, Arielle talks about how her perfectionistic tendencies led to depression, and how she is now managing to achieve her dreams without unhealthy perfectionism. 

Arielle has been feeling up and down in the past month. It's probably because astrologically, its been Cancer season and usually our self-esteem gets wonky. But as always, Arielle is seeing this weird emotional time as a learning experience.

In this episode, Arielle talks about being a introvert, growing up being in constant competition with her extroverted sister, and accepting her purpose as a creator.

She also talks about how nuanced everyone's personality is and how to embrace whoever you are right now, as well as who you are becoming. 

It's fun stuff, and Arielle is feeling more and more confident in this podcast hosting thang. Cheers to that and to you just being YOU.

Welcome to another exciting episode of 'The Money Gains Podcast'! This week we're joined by the unstoppable Rachel Harris, the inspiring Co-Founder of StriveX, which has rapidly become the UK's leading digital accountancy firm.

But Rachel's influence doesn't stop there; she's also the creative genius behind the popular Instagram and TikTok channel, accountant_she.

Rachel is no ordinary accountant. Her refreshing, dynamic, and entertaining approach to a traditionally sober subject is a breath of fresh air. This, coupled with her indomitable spirit, is what makes her an absolute inspiration, especially for young entrepreneurs.

Despite being profoundly deaf, Rachel takes on the challenges of each day with unbeatable positivity and a bright smile.

In our conversation, we delve into:

• Rachel's 'people-first' philosophy, has transformed her approach to interviews and staff retention.
• The toxic workplaces of her past and how these experiences have influenced her to create a vastly different, positive environment for her team.
• Rachel's legendary daily schedule - prepare to be amazed at how she juggles it all!
• The secret of 'monk mode' and how activating it can help you prioritise and accomplish critical tasks.
• Warning signs to watch for in your workplace - it's time to become more aware.
• The paradigm shift in the interview process – yes, you should be interviewing your potential boss!
• Unravelling the real meaning behind the term 'work culture' from an employer's perspective.

So get ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired by this riveting conversation with Rachel Harris! Remember, the world of accountancy is not just about numbers; it's about people too.

Prepare to be enlightened!

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Welp, this is a big one! As empaths, we overgive to our friends, family, acquaintances, probably casual partners and of course, workplaces. Not only do we end up feeling underappreciated, but we pick up unhealthy habits and abandon ourselves (again!). 

In this episode, Arielle reflects on past toxic workplaces, her struggle to stay balanced, and her new approach to pursuing her biggest dreams.

CHALLENGE! Try to cut your multitasking down from 3-5 things to 1-2 things while you listen. We want you to take a beat :)

On today's episode, Dani digs into her own Human Design Chart to point to the times and places she was living out of alignment and in total disruption. She highlights:

• How Generators utilize their Energy
• The Sign & Not Self signatures for each of the 5 Energy Types
• 1 Profile Lines
• 3 Profile Lines
• 6 Profile Lines
• Why it was never going to work out in Corporate America
• Toxic Work Environments
• Horrible Bosses
• Living in Disruption
• What Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD can look like
• Listening to your Body

You can look up your chart to find your own Energy Type and Profile at: https://practicalmagichd.com/your-chart/

Let's be friends! Follow us on IG @PositivelyInfluencedPod or Email positivelyinfluenced@gmail.com. I'm so happy you're here :-)

According to an MIT study, a toxic work culture is the number one reason why people say they’ve left their jobs.

Whether it’s a micro-managing boss or an uncooperative team, a toxic work environment can make it dreadful to go to work on Mondays and prevent you from doing your best work.

Marketers have it worst.

Everyone has an opinion on what the marketing team should be doing, which means people could become over-critical and (sometimes) abusive to marketers.

So how do you avoid working in a toxic environment?

One way is to nip it early by asking smart interview questions. Remember—you’re interviewing the company as much as they’re interviewing you.

Enter Sara Pion, Head of Web Experience at Dandy. She has worked as a marketing leader at some of the fastest-growing tech startups, including Dandy, Voiceflow, Alyce, and Drift. Sara has seen way too many marketers get burned by a toxic environment.

Here’s why:

Today, Sara shares 5 interview questions every marketer should ask to avoid working in a toxic environment.

In this Marketing Powerups episode, you’ll learn:

1. Red flags to watch out for during the interview process.
2. Questions to ask interviewers about work culture.
3. How to get out of a toxic work environment.
4. One power-up that’s helped accelerate Sara’s career.

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🎉 About Sara Pion

Before joining Dandy as Head of Web Experience, Sara Pion led marketing teams at brands like VoiceFlow, Drift, Alice and more. She was even part of an experimental marketing team at Drift. She’s spent her career fine-tuning the way companies serve their customer base through innovative strategies and a customer-forward mindset. When she’s not leading the industry in community growth and support, she’s either admiring the oxford comma, boxing or co-hosting her professional growth and development podcast “Self Control & Cheese.”

🕰️ Timestamps and transcript

• [00:00] Introduction
• [01:54] Spotting red flags during marketing interviews
• [08:21] Marketing red flags: Tips to avoid toxic companies
• [12:05] The importance of trust in marketing and leadership
• [13:19] What to ask during a marketing interview
• [15:53] Setting expectations for marketers in the workplace
• [17:17] Implementing employee feedback at a business level
• [19:14] 42 agency - my number one recommended demand Gen agency
• [20:02] Questions to ask before joining a company during layoffs
• [26:31] How to survive in a toxic marketing environment
• [32:38] Tips on career growth: How to structure one on ones
• [36:22] Tips for career growth in marketing

✨ Useful links

• 🎙️ Self Control & Cheese Podcast
• 🐦 Sara Pion on Twitter
• 🔗 Sara on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Emilie welcomes Andrew Seaman, Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn News and host of Get Hired, to talk through how to evaluate a company’s culture during the interview process and make your best possible next career move.

Related Links:

• Learn more about Andrew Seaman 
• Ep 20: Surviving a Toxic Workplace 
• Ep 147: Toxic Workplace Warning Signs
• Ep 292: How to Leave a Toxic Workplace Behind
• Re-Entering the Workforce: A How-to Guide for Women | Linkedin Career Talk with Emilie & Andrew
• HIRED: our job search accelerator 
• Explore all our job search resources
• Join the Courage Community 
• Follow us on Linkedin
• Got a career conundrum you want us to cover on the podcast? Call and leave us a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

In today's episode, Emilie welcomes back Amy Gallo, author of the new book: Getting Along and co-host of HBR's Women at Work podcast, to discuss how women can overcome microaggressions at work and build interpersonal resilience when dealing with difficult people. 

Related Links:

• Learn more about Amy
• Grab a copy of Amy’s new book: Getting Along
• Ep 264: The Benefits of Conflict in the Workplace, with Amy Gallo 
• Grab a copy of Emilie’s book, Bossed Up
• Level Up, our leadership accelerator 
• HIRED, our job search accelerator 
• Broadcasting Happiness by Michelle Gielan 
• Join the Bossed Up Courage Community 
• HBR’s Women at Work podcast

Got a career conundrum you want us to cover on the podcast? Call and leave us a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

Digging into what a job hopper really is, why Maria definitely is one, and what we really want at our workplaces. 

A vet clinic's workplace toxicity negatively impacts a clinic’s ability to ever become an Employer of Choice.   

10 things - 10 warning bells - to look out for at the vet clinic job interview

Vet Clinics need to deal with what’s not working first in order to become a Vet Clinic Employer of Choice.

Here are 10 questions to ask and the answers you're looking for:

1. Does the leadership team inspire trust or does it rely control?
2. Why is the position vacant?
3. What were the warning signs at your last clinic?
4. What initial impressions did you have at the interview?
5.  What are your values?
6. Does your personality fit into the team?
7. Do the people – the leadership team and/or the influencers there – practice what they preach?
8. What’s their onboarding process?
9. Do you like what you see?
10. Could you see yourself working there?   

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Episode 37 - 15 signs it's time to look for another veterinary clinic job

Companion Animal Vacancy at Vet Marlborough - contact Julie South or Tania Bruce for more info.

Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at VetStaff - Podcast.

How to get more bang for your recruitment advertising buck
This is what VetStaff is really good at so if you'd like to stretch your recruitment dollar, please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetStaff can help you with.

How to shine online as a good employer
If you’d like to shine online as a good employer to attract the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetClinicJobs can help you with.

Revive Your Drive - daily 2-minute videos for employers and employees to revive their drives at work and at home.

Meet Joelle Monaco,  an organizational psychologist with over 13 years in development and over eight years in the mental health field. Joelle possesses extensive experience in planning, directing, and training enhancements for both people and organizational success. 

Throughout Joelle’s professional experiences, she utilizes a strength-based approach in people and organizational management. These experiences provide Joelle the professional opportunities to build the skills and abilities required to lead teams and empower individuals to achieve professional and organizational goals while fostering a people-first approach.

In this episode, Joelle explains how she works with large businesses to highlight the economic value of each employee and what experiences they bring to the workplace.  If you’re not in a positive work environment, you can’t show up and be the best employee:  stress directly impacts the bottom line, and if you can’t learn to build people up, you will inevitably have to replace them.  Janelle believes any business of any size can benefit from taking a deeper look at their employees and reputation.

JANELLE’S TAKEAWAYS

1. An organizational psychologist brings employee management and organizational management into one.
2. If you’re not in a positive work environment, you can’t show up and be the best employee.
3. As a culture, we are becoming very informed and we want work places that feel involved.
4. Challenge yourself everyday to be a little better than yesterday.
5. Business should build up people rather than replace them.
6. Talented employees do NOT always equal talented managers.
7. Any business any size can benefit from taking a deeper look at their employees and reputation.

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