It’s no secret that today’s professionals are seeking environments where they can mentally and emotionally thrive. Workers are now less tolerant of hostile treatment, poor communication, and office drama. In fact, a recent study conducted by MIT’s Sloan School of Management found that a toxic workplace culture is the number one reason people leave their jobs and is 10.4 times more likely to contribute to attrition than compensation.
How to Recover from a Toxic Job
Traumatic work experiences can stick with you. Here’s how to find closure and move forward with confidence.
October 17, 2022
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Summary.
You made the brave decision to say goodbye to a toxic workplace. Now you deserve to reclaim your confidence and leave the baggage of a negative environment behind you. In this article, the author offers strategies to help you heal, forge ahead, and be successful in your new role: 1) find closure, 2) take control of what you can, 3) plan for triggers and, 4) savor the positive moments. With patience and self-compassion, you can rise above and become more resilient than ever before.
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