Summary
The article discusses dealing with a toxic boss in the workplace. It explains how a toxic manager can negatively affect employees' mental health and job performance. Experts provide advice on handling such situations until an employee can leave the job.
Key Facts
- Maya worked at a small PR agency but left due to her boss’s toxic behavior.
- Her boss publicly criticized staff and engaged in personal attacks.
- Research shows one in three people leave their job because of a toxic workplace.
- The Chartered Management Institute explains the difference between toxic and inexperienced managers.
- A toxic boss can create anxiety and harm mental health.
- Another worker, Josie, experienced constant surveillance from her boss.
- Stories like these are depicted in the dark comedy "Send Help."
- Ann Francke suggests finding a mentor as a strategy for dealing with a toxic boss.
