Navigating and Overcoming Toxicity in Workplace Culture

Ever thought about the deep-seated toxicity lurking in your workplace? Hold your breath as we navigate this uncharted terrain with consultant psychologist Linda Doe, who brings to the table her vast experience in business psychology. We dissect the meaning of a toxic office culture, the tell-tale signs to look out for, and the devastating impacts it leaves in its wake, including poor mental wellbeing and sometimes alarming rates of staff turnover.

But that's not all! We peel back the layers of the onion to reveal how toxic cultures persist in the era of hybrid and remote working. Linda sheds light on the importance of protecting our mental health, setting clear personal boundaries, and building a solid support network. Beyond that, we explore the role of team building events in nurturing a psychologically safe environment, even in remote settings. The conversation doesn't stop there - we dive into the critical role senior leaders play in setting the culture of an organization and the need for self-differentiated leaders to cultivate an authentic, positive work environment. Tune in to discover how behavioral changes can make all the difference in turning around a toxic work setting.

AWA Host: Karen Plum

Guests: 

Linda Doe - Consultant psychologist, MD of Apana Business Psychology and holistic wellbeing championBrad Taylor – Director of Consulting, AWALisa Sarjeant – Senior Associate, AWA

 

AWA Guest details: https://www.advanced-workplace.com/our-team/ 

 

CONTACTS & WEBSITE details:

AWA contact: Andrew Mawson 

 AWA Institute contact: Natalia Savitcaia 

Music: Licensed by Soundstripe – Lone Canyon

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