Let's be honest, we've all found ourselves in a toxic work environment at some point in our lives. It's draining, demotivating and can make the workday feel like a never-ending nightmare. 

But the truth is, finding a positive work environment can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack. And while we can't control the actions of our coworkers or bosses, can we control our reactions and the way we handle ourselves in those situations? This week's guest, Andrea Butcher, has a few thoughts on that.

Andrea is a visionary—she knows how to lead organizations from big picture to execution. She is a dynamic speaker, executive coach, and facilitator. As the CEO and co-owner of HRD - A Leadership Development Company, she leads a national team of expert facilitators and coaches and drives the organization’s growth strategy. 

She also hosts a daily and weekly leadership podcast, Being [at Work] and is the author of The Power in the Pivot: Leadership Lessons from Being [at Work] to Take You from Chaos to Clarity. In 2020, she was recognized by the Indianapolis Women’s Journal as a Woman of Influence.  Andrea’s work spans organizations of all sizes and industries all over the world; she has experience in global HR positions, consulting, operations, and executive roles for private and public organizations.

Andrea is also the co-founder and President of Next Gen Talent, a program specifically designed to equip emerging HR leaders for success.

In this episode you’ll hear:

1. Why your shitty environment might be a “you problem”, and what to do about it 2. The time a male mentor gave her some crappy advice, and how that turned out 3. Her boardroom breakdown(ish) and the positive that came of that 4. Her take on the future of work employment and what you can do to prepare for it 5. A simple, 5-word statement that can be your leadership (everrrrywhere) secret weapon

If you're struggling in your workplace, take a deep breath, grab a cup of coffee, and listen in. Andrea Butcher just might have the answers you've been looking for.

The Power in the Pivot

Human Resources Kit for Dummies

Being [at Work] Podcast

Linkedin: @AndreaButcher

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DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• “People are looking around them at evidence of leadership rather than looking within themselves and asking, ‘What can I do here?’”

• “You also are shaping your environment based on how you think about your environment.”

• “Challenge yourself to think beyond ‘what is’.”

• “In order to be who you are, you have to know who you are.”