Catherine Mattice on Strategies To Transform Toxic Work Environments From The Inside Out
Are you ready for a surprising truth? The key to creating a healthier workplace might lie in the hands of those who are unintentionally contributing to toxicity. Intrigued? Let's uncover the unexpected impact of abrasive leaders and how they could be the catalyst for positive change. Keep those earbuds in, because there's a whole new perspective waiting for you.
Have you heard these myths about toxic work environments? 1. "It's just part of the job, suck it up." 2. "If you speak up, you'll be seen as a troublemaker." 3. "You're overreacting, it's not that bad." I'll share the truth about these toxic workplace myths, but trust me, you'll want to stick around for the real strategies.
In this episode, you will be able to:
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Mastering strategies for creating psychological safety at work can transform team dynamics and boost productivity.
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Navigating toxic work environments requires understanding the impact on employee well-being and organizational success.
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Identifying workplace bullying behaviors empowers leaders to foster a healthier and more inclusive work culture.
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Understanding the impact of abrasive leaders on team health is crucial for cultivating a positive and supportive work environment.
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Building healthier team dynamics in the workplace can lead to increased collaboration, engagement, and overall job satisfaction.
My special guest is Catherine Mattice
Catherine Mattice, MA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is the founder/CEO of Civility Partners, an organizational development firm focused on helping organizations create respectful workplace cultures and specializing in turning around toxic cultures. Civility Partners’ clients range from Fortune 500's to small businesses across many industries. Catherine is a TEDx speaker and an HR thought-leader who has appeared in such venues as USA Today, Bloomberg, CNN, NPR, and many other national news outlets as an expert. She’s an award-winning speaker, author and blogger, and has 50+ courses reaching global audiences on LinkedIn Learning. Catherine’s award-winning book, BACK OFF! Your Kick-Ass Guide to Ending Bullying at Work, was hailed by international leadership-guru, Ken Blanchard, as, “the most comprehensive and valuable handbook on the topic.” Her latest book is Navigating Toxic Work Environments For Dummies (Wiley).
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:19 - Recognizing Toxic Behaviors in the Workplace
00:08:00 - Overcoming Gaslighting and Competence Questioning
00:10:39 - Shifting Toxic Culture in Organizations
00:13:22 - Misalignment of Organizational Values
00:02:55 - Impactful Conversation with Kathryn Matthias
00:13:54 - Challenging Narratives and Toxic Work Environments
00:15:33 - Dangers of Abrasive Leadership
00:19:37 - Perception and Behavior Change
00:23:25 - Impact of Workplace Bullying
00:25:37 - Uncovering Blind Spots in Organizations
00:27:02 - The Purpose of Core Values
00:29:02 - The Cost of Toxic Behavior
00:32:23 - The Importance of Self-Awareness
00:37:00 - Reimagining HR for Culture Management
00:38:56 - Preparing for Keynotes and Leadership
00:40:01 - Evolution of Workplace Trends
00:41:37 - Humanizing the Workplace
00:42:24 - Supporting Victims of Workplace Bullying
00:44:32 - Encouraging Empathy and Kindness
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