155 — How to Survive a Toxic Workplace Without Losing Your Mind with Dr. Jessica Kriegel

A toxic workplace can take a serious toll on your well-being. But it’s not always an option to quit your job. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to reduce the impact it has on you.
 
Dr. Jessica Kriegel is a workplace culture expert. She’s the Chief Strategy Officer of Workforce and Labor at Culture Partners. She transforms corporate culture for success.

 
Some of the things we discuss are:
 

• The signs of a toxic workplace
• The role leaders play in preventing workplace toxicity
• The power employees have to influence their workplace culture
• Why you should avoid jobs where workers are called “family”
• The effects a toxic workplace can have on your mental health
• Steps to take if you find yourself in a toxic workplace

Key Takeaways:

• Defining Toxic Workplaces: Understand that toxicity is primarily about a lack of fulfillment and varies greatly among individuals.
• Role of Leadership and Policies: Leadership integrity and logical policies are crucial to preventing workplace toxicity.
• Employee Empowerment: Employees have significant power to influence their workplace culture positively, even without leadership roles.
• Evaluating Job Opportunities: Job seekers should look for outcome-based success measures and be cautious of overly family-like claimed cultures.
• Mental Health Implications: Prolonged exposure to toxic workplaces can severely impact mental health, emphasizing the need for proactive changes and self-care.