You think you have a toxic coworker. But look closer. Toxic behavior doesn’t survive in workplaces by accident. It survives because someone in leadership allows it. Every time the behavior is ignored, excused, or brushed aside, the message gets louder: this is acceptable here. Over time the problem stops being one person. It becomes the culture. 👀 Pay attention to what leadership tolerates ⚠️ Silence always teaches people what they can get away with 🏢 Workplace culture is built on what gets ig

Most people think workplace bullying looks loud or obvious. It usually starts quietly, with control over evaluation, documentation, and reputation. When the person targeting you also controls your performance narrative, the risk escalates fast. Follow for clear breakdowns of workplace power dynamics and how to recognize them early.