In this powerful interview, Nicola and Gina sit down with Tammy, a former nurse in the military who experienced bullying in her workplace. Tammy shares her harrowing experience and how it ultimately led her to leave the military and start her own leadership consultancy.

Throughout the interview, Tammy delves into the challenges she faced in the military, including the toxic culture of fear and intimidation that made it difficult for her to speak out about the bullying she was experiencing. Despite these challenges, Tammy persevered and used her experience to fuel her passion for leadership development and building supportive workplace cultures.

Nicola and Gina provide a safe and supportive space for Tammy to share her story and offer valuable insights into the importance of creating a positive and inclusive workplace environment. This interview is a must-watch for anyone who has experienced workplace bullying or is passionate about building strong and supportive teams. Join us as we explore Tammy's inspiring journey towards healing and empowerment.

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Meet Deborah, a health and safety manager who's changing the game in her field. As an inspirational leader, Deborah's focus on human-centered design sets her apart from the rest. With a passion for making sure that people are always at the heart of everything she does, Deborah is a force to be reckoned with.

But her journey to become the leader she is today hasn't been an easy one. In fact, Deborah's experience in toxic workplaces inspired her to develop a more people-focused approach to leadership. By prioritizing the well-being of her team, Deborah has created a culture of safety that's both effective and engaging.

In this inspiring interview, we'll sit down with Deborah to hear about her experiences in those toxic workplaces, and how they helped shape her approach to leadership. We'll also learn more about her innovative approach to health and safety, and the impact it's had on her organization. Join us as we discover the power of human-centered design, growth mind-set and the role it plays in creating safer, healthier workplaces for everyone.

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Night Shift Nightmares: The Dark Side of Bars and Clubs is an episode that shines a light on the toxic working environment in the nightlife industry. Hosts Nicola and Gina chat with former nightlife staffer Joelle to share their personal experiences and reveal the harsh realities of working in the nightlife industry. From long hours and dangerous situations to exploitation and abuse, this series uncovers the impact the nightlife has on its employees. "Night Shift Nightmares" aims to raise awareness and bring change to the industry. This is a must-listen for anyone who has worked or is considering working in the nightlife industry, and for those who want to support the bar and club staff in their community. Join us as we shed light on the dark side of the nightlife.

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Today we're going to be discussing a topic that affects many businesses, big or small - the impact of family-run or family-owned companies on the workplace environment. While family businesses can provide a strong sense of unity and support, they can also lead to toxic work environments if not managed properly.

Family dynamics can bring in a lot of emotional baggage, personal conflicts, and power struggles, which can spill over into the workplace and create a hostile work environment. Nepotism, favoritism, and lack of clear communication can all contribute to a toxic atmosphere.

In this video, we will be exploring the common challenges that arise in family-run businesses, and the steps that can be taken to prevent toxic work environments. We'll be talking Tayla who is sharing sharing real-life examples to give you a better understanding of the issue.

Whether you're an employee in a family-run business, a business owner, or simply interested in the topic, this video is for you. 

You can find Tayla (and her husband Sam) over at THEIR podcast here: https://babewhatdoyouknowabout.buzzsprout.com/2041257 

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Introverts are often sensitive to the energy and dynamics in their environment, making toxic workplaces especially challenging. In this video, we explore how introverts can be affected by negative and draining workplace cultures and what they can do to protect their well-being. Learn about the unique struggles introverts face in toxic environments and how to create a healthier work-life balance. Watch now to support introverts in navigating difficult workplace situations.

Joanna Rawbone is a thought leader and advocate for introverts. With a passion for helping introverts thrive in a world designed for extroverts, Joanna has dedicated her career to raising awareness and understanding about the unique strengths and challenges of introverts. Through her writing, speaking, and coaching, she provides practical insights and tools for introverts to navigate their personal and professional lives with confidence and success. Whether through her podcast, popular blog, or workshops, Joanna's work has inspired and empowered introverts all over the world to embrace their true nature and achieve their goals

Joanna chooses to believe that nobody sets out to create a toxic work environment. The toxicity can start to develop and worsen due to inadequate feedback and consequences. As bullying, ridiculing, and discrimination, can be enough to push an already overstimulated Introvert over the edge, Joanna puts together a survival kit that will help to deal with situations like these flourishingly.

Find Joanna at www.flourishingintroverts.com 

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Join hosts Nicola and Gina, as they sit down with introvert expert Joanna, to explore the unique experiences and challenges faced by introverts who have experienced trauma. From the stigma surrounding introversion to the effects of trauma on the introverted brain, this podcast offers a deep and nuanced look at the complexities of introvert trauma. With expert insights, relatable personal stories from both Gina and Nicola, and practical tips, this episode provides a safe and supportive space for introverts to learn, grow, and heal. Whether you're an introvert, someone who loves and supports an introvert, or just curious about this often-misunderstood personality type, this podcast is for you. So, buckle up, and let's dive deep into introvert trauma together.

Trigger Warning  contains the topic of sexual assault

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Are charter schools the most toxic workplaces EVER? When we first approached Megan to tell her story, we were blown away with the level of toxicity within the teaching profession. It honestly blew our minds and I am positive it will blow yours too!

Charter schools in the United States are primary or secondary education institutions that are public schools which are publicly funded and operate independently, rather than being controlled by local school districts. Charter schools have a contract with local school districts or other authorizing bodies which allow them to operate.

In a new york times article they spoke about how charter schools didn't have experianced teachers and that was highlighted by Megan in the first minutes about the in-experienced teachers she dealt with! https://www.nytimes.com/2003/04/08/us/study-finds-charter-schools-lack-experienced-teachers.html  there were tons of other articles when you google "toxicity in charter schools" like that there are pitfalls in systematic leadership, the administration is a shambles and much more!
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/answer-sheet/wp/2014/05/20/a-dozen-problems-with-charter-schools/ - This Washington post article rightly so - highlighted some massive issues in charter schools! https://www.shondaland.com/act/a19449580/charter-schools/

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S1 Bonus Episode 01: Megan's Toxic Teaching Workplace! Bloopers, Drunk Teachers and Kinks!
This is our first BONUS episode! 

In this bonus episode we are talking behind the scenes about ANOTHER insane story that Megans was willing to share! This time we dive into a story that involves two toxic teachers - we also deep dive into one of the teacher's personal sexual kinks and the what we personally thought of those! We have a couple of bloopers in there too - hilarious! 

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Toxic positivity is the overgeneralization of happiness and optimism in all circumstances, which we define as being excessive and unhelpful. Denial, reduction, and invalidation of the genuine human emotional experience are the outcomes of toxic positivity.

When positivity is used to mask or stifle the human experience, it becomes toxic, just like anything done in excess. We enter a condition of denial and repressed emotions when we refuse to acknowledge the existence of certain emotions. The fact is that people have flaws. We experience jealousy, rage, resentment, and avarice. Sometimes, life can be utterly miserable. We undermine the legitimacy of a true human experience by acting as though we are "good vibes all day."

Toxic positivity manifests itself in a variety of ways, some of which are listed here to assist you identify it.
- concealing or masking your genuine emotions
- Stuffing or disregarding an emotion in an effort to "just get on with it" (s)
feeling guilty about how you're feeling
- Utilizing "feel good" words or sentiments to downplay other people's hardships
- Giving someone perspective (e.g., "It could be worse") rather than acknowledging their emotions
- Shaming or reprimanding people for showing annoyance or any other emotion other than gratitude
- putting things out of your mind by saying, "It is what it is"

Let's Break Up - Toxic Workplace Stories is Hosted by Gina and Nicola, both experienced in the corporate world and now deep diving in to the toxic workplace culture. Weekly interviews with people around the world, reflecting on their experiences and lessons learned to share with and support others potentially experiencing similar situations.Each week we include tips to identify and overcome some of the challenges associated with toxic workplaces.

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During this episode (part 2 of a 3 part series) we deep dive into the 16 traits of toxic workplaces according to FastCompany.  We cover off the following signs of toxic workplaces and align them to the organisation we met at.

1. High Turnover
2. A culture of cronyism or nepotism
3. Structural Fear of retribution
4. Gossip
5. Troubling behaviours and body language 
6. Reserved team members or team members do did not participate
7. No Trust between colleges 
8. Lack of Confidence in leadership
9. Inflexible communication
10. Disengaged Employees
11. No time to reflect
12. Tension in the office
13. Non-Verbal Feedback
14. Fear of speaking Candidly
15. Hesitancy to ask challenging questions 
16. Uncertain work responsibilities and boundaries

Let's Break Up - Toxic Workplace Stories is Hosted by Gina and Nicola, both experienced in the corporate world and now deep diving in to the toxic workplace culture. Weekly interviews with people around the world, reflecting on their experiences and lessons learned to share with and support others potentially experiencing similar situations.Each week we include tips to identify and overcome some of the challenges associated with toxic workplaces.

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