MIT Sloan Management Review | Donald Sull and Charles Sull

Toxic cultures in the workplace can have serious consequences, leading to stress, anxiety, burnout, and even physical health issues among employees. Research indicates that three key drivers contribute to toxic cultures: toxic leadership, toxic social norms, and poor work design. This article explores these drivers and provides evidence-based interventions for addressing toxic cultures and fostering a healthier workplace environment.

Harvard Business Review | Deepa Purushothaman and Lisen Stromberg

Toxic rock stars, high performers who also behave as bullies at work, can have a detrimental impact on company culture, leading to high attrition rates, especially among women of color. Research shows that tolerating and rewarding such behavior can be costly for companies and drive away diverse talent. In an era where diversity is increasingly linked to better business outcomes, leaders need to prioritize creating inclusive and respectful workplace cultures.