What defines an unhealthy or toxic workplace?Many variables contribute to an unhealthy workplace, making it difficult to define, but a universally accepted consensus generally highlights what causes a toxic workplace culture. According to MIT Sloan Management Review, based on an analysis of employee reviews, "a lack of inclusivity, workers feeling disrespected, unethical behavior, abusive managers, and a cutthroat environment are common signs of toxic work culture." According to a recent Forbes article, a toxic workplace is “anywhere that employees do not feel safe, supported, or heard.”
"This isn’t usually an issue that employees can fix by trying to adopt a positive attitude or changing their behavior. Just as healthy fish can’t thrive in polluted water, even mentally healthy workers can’t thrive in an environment that is psychologically harmful."
