E15: Navigating Toxic Work Environments (as a Leader or Team Member)

In this episode of Leadership & Motivation Unleashed, we’re diving into the realities and challenges of toxic work environments.Toxic environments are real, and they're everywhere. They're in the military, law enforcement, fire departments, not-for-profits, corporate America, private equity, venture capital, you name it. Sadly, most of us know this and maybe sometimes are even the reason for the toxic environment.We’re sharing personal stories and strategies for addressing toxicity from both a leadership and employee perspective.▶️ Navigating Toxic Work Environments:[01:44] Addressing a toxic work environment as a leader[07:52] Adopting a positive mental attitude at work[11:02] Understanding when you are the one creating a toxic work environment[23:49] Navigating toxicity as an employeeResources:Would you like to ask a question, offer feedback, or request a topic for a future episode? Fill out this one-question form.Notable Quotes from Navigating Toxic Work Environments:“ Toxicity is never productive and leaders should never allow it.” - Rachel Book“ Everyone you look at is dealing with something. So if you don't take a minute to think about what's in the room before you walk in it,  a virtual room or a real room, you might accidentally create toxicity.” - Patrick LawConnect with Your Hosts:📱 Follow Patrick Law on LinkedIn.📱 Follow Rachel Book on LinkedIn.🎥 Follow Leadership & Motivation Unleashed on YouTube._________Produced by Ideablossoms