How to Spot and Thrive in a Toxic Work Environment (or Better—How to Escape from It!)
Are you already stressed before going to work? When at work, are you always in a defensive and high-alert mode? And when you are finally home, do you keep thinking about the exhausting events that occurred at work? If your answer to all of these questions is yes, then you are probably in a toxic work environment. What is a Toxic Work Environment? When does normal job-related stress reach unhealthy levels? A toxic work environment is hard to spot. This kind of workplace can form as a result of changes in rules and a lack of job security. It can worsen stress and anxiety levels, and pose risks to the health of both employers and employees. It can also cause physical and mental burden, thereby decreasing your productivity and work satisfaction. A toxic work environment can be linked to many factors. These include an oppressive boss who leads the team, uncomfortable workspace, employees who are unfriendly and disrespectful, and colleagues with poor work ethic. Other facto...