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A study conducted in 2021 by MIT Sloan School of Management found that more than 24 million American employees left their jobs between April and September 2021, with toxic corporate culture being the main reason.
Most probably, those employees faced one or more of the following toxic workplace red flags:
An employee needs to have a balance between work and personal life. However, if employees find themselves forced to work regularly overtime or on weekends, this indicates difficulties in the work environment and potentially causes fatigue and stress.
The negative impact of disorganisation and daily chaos cannot be denied. This impact is not limited to individuals alone but also extends to the workplace.
The lack of guidance at work results from the absence of effective leadership, which spreads a sense of distraction and discomfort among employees.
This inconsistency indicates underlying problems in the company’s structure, which ultimately affect its productivity and overall performance.
To achieve the desired goals in the workplace, employees should have several skills, such as mutual trust, respect, and collaboration, to enhance proper communication and healthy relationships. Without these skills, the workplace atmosphere will be undoubtedly toxic, possibly leading to a negative mood influencing productivity and the team’s ability to focus.
The employee’s constant complaints about psychological pressure, physical fatigue, or illness could be indicators of a severely draining workplace environment.
A report issued in 2021, by the U.S. National Library of Medicine of the National Institutes of Health, indicates that a negative work environment serves as a source of psychological stress for employees and results in high levels of stress and fatigue.
Personal and professional growth are fundamental goals that any individual strives for. Therefore, the workplace environment must facilitate the acquisition of new skills and experiences for its employees.
Similarly, the absence of such an environment can lead to issues that may demand attention and action.
Usually, when employees find themselves in a toxic workplace environment, the first resolutions they turn to are resignation and searching for new opportunities. Thus, high turnover rates are considered indicators of a toxic workplace environment.
According to Breath’s Culture Economy, HR software providers, 2021 report, nearly one-third of UK workers left their jobs in the last year because of a negative workplace environment.
When employees find themselves unable to leave a toxic workplace, there are several steps they can take to alleviate stress and psychological pressure.
Activities such as highlighting positive aspects of life, enjoying cheerful daily practices, and focusing on joyful things can help tremendously in relieving stress and anxiety related to the toxic workplace environment.
Physical activities, such as practicing breathing techniques and yoga, are effective in managing stress. Additionally, participating in hobbies that promote relaxation, like swimming or exploring nature, can help renew energy and alleviate the pressures of a negative work environment.
Also, it is beneficial for employees to spend more time with positive colleagues and bond with cheerful people in their personal lives.
Moreover, communicating with supervisors to explain the need for comfort and stability can help employees cope with toxic environments. However, employees should present their ideas respectfully to promote constructive discussions that decrease negativity and enhance the overall atmosphere.
[1] themuse.com, 9 Signs You’re in a Toxic Work Environment—and What to Do About It
[2] timedoctor.com, How to deal with a negative work environment
[3] techtarget.com, 11 signs of toxic workplace culture
[4] workhuman.com, Toxic Work Culture: Signs of an Unhealthy Work Environment & How to Fix It
[5] apa.org, Lack of growth opportunities is a big reason why employees leave jobs. Here’s how to change that
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