Toxic People: Page 5

Resumes & Interviewing

To Avoid Hiring a Toxic Employee, Look for These 6 Qualities (Infographic)

A toxic hire can cost a company time and money, so finding workers with these characteristics is vital.

Living

7 Ways to Have a Pleasant Conversation With a Negative Person

People with valid complaints deserve to be heard but chronic complainers need to either lighten up or shut up

Employee Experience & Recruiting

10 Toxic People You Should Avoid in the Office

Here are 10 types of toxic drainers you should stay away from at all costs so that you don't become one yourself.

Resumes & Interviewing

6 Reasons Why You Must Resist the Temptation to Hire a Brilliant Jerk

Nobody is ever so good at what they do that you can overlook them undermining the team.

Collaboration

How I Kept My Dignity and My Job When Our Billionaire CEO Screamed at Me

Appeasing egomaniacs is no way to earn a living but quitting in protest has its drawbacks, too.

Collaboration

Do You Have Toxic People in Your Life That Are Limiting Your Potential?

This one shocking mistake is limiting your income and putting a cap on your dreams. Follow these five tips to get yourself out of these relationships.

Collaboration

6 Signs Someone Is a Social Hand Grenade

Don't wait until that person goes off. Know what behaviors to look for and then keep away.

Leadership

7 Toxic People to Avoid When Starting a Business

Beware of those who will try to sabotage your efforts, including yourself.

Thought Leaders

The 5 Mental Barriers to Greatness Only You Can Remove

Success is not destiny, it is achieved by how we live each day.

Living

7 Strategies for Dealing With Negative People

Pessimism is contagious. Have a plan to shield yourself from the people who know no joy.

Career

6 Toxic Beliefs That Can Ruin Your Career

Be mindful of your tendencies to succumb to these beliefs, so that they don't derail your career.

Employee Experience & Recruiting

When Workplace 'Slackers' Derail the Cohesion of a Team

See the five ways these ne'er-do-wells imperil company success.