Toxic workplaces

[whatisforteamum]

I've just worked 18 months in a toxic place.
My advice to anyone is leave if you find somewhere unsuitable.
The hours were v good.
It almost changed enough then the gossip and gaslighting and being uninformed started up.
I'm going somewhere I'm convinced I will fit in.
It takes its toll working somewhere awful even if others are supportive and lovely.

Good for you getting a better job !

I just can’t quit. I hate bullies getting away with it. No one stands up to them as they lardydaa through life.
As I see good staff leave, it makes me more determined to stay and fight.

This happened to me too. I hadn't realised the impact on my mental health... well done you. You will definitely find a suitable workplace... it's so important to leave a toxic environment when you recognise it.

I start my new job mid may.
Same money.
Similar journey.fantastic place.
This is my last week they don't have to speak to me..I feel happier already.😊😊

I’m trying to get out at the minute, your message confirms I’m going the right thing. We’ll done you, onwards and upwards x

100% this.

There have always been toxic workplaces but it it just me or are there more of them at the moment? I had a terrible situation doing a mat cover last year and I know of a few friends who have also had problems. Join a union everyone.

It is so empowering just to smile sweetly and say "look this isn't really working for me, I think it's best if I just leave...also my union rep recommends you give me payment in lieu of notice, would you look into that?"

I rang my bully manager this morning to ring in sick. Im going to take time off to let my MH recover or find another job.Can't believe I did it but so relieved. I'm so resilient and worked there for over 5 years through really difficult times before she joined.

I'm thinking of emailing HR when I get my cert later to say that I find it extremely difficult to work with her behaviour and can't come back to work for her again, but open to explore other options and grateful if HR contact me during my absence rather than her. I don't want to make myself look unprofessional though.

Atbreakingpoint good for you.
In my case I also stepped back too far in terms of hrs and responsibilities.
They decided to infantalize me.
Get someone who wants to be spoken down to because it isn't me.!!
The best bit I get to see them rushing around as the dept took on my responsibility and the new hire didn't show up.
Meanwhile I'm working my notice as per contract.

Juniorspech what happened to you?
Why would someone make life hell for a pregnant woman or new Mum.

Good luck! I worked somewhere for a hopeless manager who I understand has now received the training they should have had before. I lasted just under a year. I feel more resilient, powerful and knowledgeable of my boundaries because of the experience.
I'm now somewhere much better, lovely team, really thriving.
The previous place did not deserve me!

@Allwelcone thank you for that last sentence- I’ll be repeating that to myself (they did not deserve me) over the next few months as I leave my job, hopefully, for something much better.

All welcome glad to hear it.
My area manager has given me the biggest bouquet of flowers and today offered me a transfer in the company.
All the while I was questioning my work, attitude everything because of the nastiness.
I start my new job soon but won't burn bridges just in case.

Also if I see anything like I did this time I will give it a week.

Well done! Congratulations! I am also trying to get out right now but don’t have anything lined up so don’t want to have a gap in my cv

Something will bananachip.
I had a few interviews until I found something with the right vibe and suitable hours.
Stay positive and don't let the beggars bring you down.

@whatisforteamum thank you 😊 Good luck in the new place.