The Impact of Toxic Work Environments

Toxic work environments can have profound effects on individuals and culture within organizations. Jamie Fiore Higgins, an executive coach and former Goldman Sachs employee, reflects on her own experience in a punitive workspace that normalized inappropriate behavior and bullying. She emphasizes that such cultures can perpetuate a cycle of toxicity, where employees may feel trapped and adopt negative behaviors as a means of survival. This recognition is crucial in understanding how such environments not only harm individuals but also stifle overall workplace morale and productivity.