Teach Me How To Adult

How To Handle Toxic Workplaces, Bad Bosses, & An Unstable Job Market: Career Advice You Actually Need with Emily Durham (AKA Emily The Recruiter)


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There’s a lot going on in the job market right now, with a looming recession, mass layoffs, and AI changing the way we work. Whether you’re stuck under a micromanaging boss, navigating office drama, dealing with return-to-office mandates, or questioning your entire career path… it’s a lot.

But we gotchu. Back by popular demand, we’re joined by Emily Durham—aka Emily the Recruiter—career coach, content creator, and host of The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast. With millions of views across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Emily is known for her no-BS advice on how to land your dream job and deal with workplace dynamics like a boss.

Whether you’re strategizing how to survive a toxic workplace, burnt out and job hunting, or managing conflict on the job, this episode will help you reclaim your power, boost your career confidence, and future-proof your career in a rapidly changing job market.

Tune in for an informative and hilarious conversation about:

  • How to spot a toxic workplace (and what to do if you’re in one)
  • When to quit your job vs. stick it out—especially in an uncertain job market
  • The myth of work-life balance and how to set boundaries
  • Dealing with the most common types of bad bosses (looking at you, micromanagers & mood killers)
  • How to give your boss constructive feedback (without it backfiring)
  • Smart ways to deal with workplace drama and toxic coworkers
  • How “authentic” you should be at work—without hurting your career
  • Are work besties trust-worthy? 
  • What to do when back-to-office mandates hit
  • How to stand out and stay relevant as AI reshapes the job market

Listen to our first episode with Emily here.

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