Toxicity from your work environment can spill over into every other area of your life. It can really suck the wind out of your basic human right to happiness. Mary Abbajay says managing up isn’t about sucking up but taking control and creating the work culture you desire. Mary is the CEO of Careerstone Group and delivers organizational development solutions to workplaces.

You know the effect your work environment can have on your health. The most popular day for heart attacks is Monday, because people dread going back into a work environment they hate. Don’t allow your challenge of having to provide food, clothing and shelter rob you of the life you deserve. Achieving balance, contentment and even happiness requires change. This Monday, take the tips Mary gave us in the interview and give Managing Up a try.