Toxic Workplace

Leadership

I Was the Toxic Boss I Swore I'd Never Be — Here are 4 Confessions from My Leadership Recovery

Lots has been written about working for and dealing with a toxic boss. But have you ever considered whether that boss might be you?

Technology

5 Red Flags Your Workplace Is Toxic (And How To Spot Them Early)

"I thought it was just a bad week," my client told me, "Then every week was a bad week."She had landed what seemed like a dream job – meaningful work, an important role, andattractive compensation.

Growing a Business

These 5 Toxic Founder Traits Always Make Me Walk Away From a Business

As a venture capitalist, I've found that even the most brilliant idea can fail if led by a toxic founder. No technology, market opportunity or promising niche can save a company if its internal atmosphere is poisoned by manipulation.

Resumes & Interviewing

Is It a Toxic Work Environment? Consider This Double-Sided Red Flag Before You Take the Job.

Ask this question during the interview process. The answer might tell you all you need to know.

Business Culture

5 Signs That a Toxic Company Culture Is Creeping Into Your Organization

Toxic company culture is like a silent killer. It doesn't just show up one day — it creeps in slowly, chipping away at everything you've worked so hard to build.

Growing a Business

These Toxic Behaviors Are Employees' Biggest Frustrations – Is Your Company Guilty of Them?

A new survey asked corporate employees what their biggest sources of work discontentment are.

Business Culture

Do You Work for a Toxic Company? Here Are 4 Not-So-Obvious Signs to Watch Out For.

Sometimes, it's immediately apparent a company's culture is toxic. But usually, toxicity isn't outward — it's lurking in the details.

Thought Leaders

How to Eradicate Toxic Behavior in the Workplace — and 3 Ways to Prevent It in the First Place

By taking these preventative actions, leaders can keep workplaces healthy.

Leadership

It's Rarely One Bad Apple: Getting to the Real Cause of an Ethics Crisis

How leaders can stop toxic cultures from destroying their companies

Growing a Business

Don't Wait to Fire That Toxic Client — It's Vital For Your Business Health

Business owners aren't wired to push customers away, but some customers cause more trouble than they're worth. Here's how to maximize the return of value in the aftermath of cutting ties with a toxic customer or client.

Career

My Best Advice for Young Professionals — How to Safeguard Your Career and Your Reputation in the Workplace

My biggest advice for a young person entering the workforce is to keep your name clean. Here's how to do it.

Leadership

I Blocked a Toxic Childhood Friend and It Taught Me an Important Lesson About Managing People

There's nothing more soul-sucking than a friend or coworker who only takes but never gives. We call them "Energy Vampires," and this is how you should deal with them.

Leadership

How CEO Favoritism Contributes to Workplace Toxicity — and How to Create a Fair and Inclusive Work Environment

CEO favoritism undermines company culture, but these effective strategies for fostering fairness and engagement can help avoid favoritism pitfalls.

Thought Leaders

Many of Your Employees Are Probably Healing From Past Workplace Trauma. Here's How You Can Help Empower Them.

There is no magic way of healing people of their preexisting workplace trauma — but leaders can (and should want to) help.

Living

Narcissism Can Help You Be Successful — Here's How to Harness It Without Going Too Far, According to an Ivy League-Trained Psychotherapist

Matt Lundquist, founder and clinical director of TriBeCa Therapy, breaks down the benefits of healthy narcissism.