Welcome to the “Managing Up: Toxic Bosses” video lesson intended to help you survive working for narcissists, gaslighters, bullies, and other truly terrible bosses. This lesson is the 12th of 14 in the “Expert Insights: Managing Up with Mary Abbajay” video course, which aims to help you create a positive and productive relationship with the boss you have, not the boss you wish you had. Throughout this lesson, you’ll learn three truths to keep in mind if you’re working for someone who is truly toxic. Plus, you’ll consider some strategies you can use to protect yourself while working for a toxic boss, from activating your support network to minimizing your contact. Ultimately, you should understand that you need to be ready to save yourself and get out if your toxic boss is deteriorating your mental and physical health.
Overview
COURSE DIFFICULTY
COURSE DURATION
6m
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Identify the characteristics of toxic bosses
Develop strategies to manage upward effectively
Communicate assertively with difficult supervisors
Foster a healthier work environment despite challenges
Recognize the impact of toxic leadership on team dynamics
Managers, Team Leaders, Employees working with challenging supervisors, HR Professionals, Organizational Development Practitioners
None
01. Understanding Toxic Leadership
02. Strategies for Effective Upward Management
03. Communication Techniques for Challenging Situations
04. Building Resilience in the Workplace
05. Creating a Positive Work Culture Despite Toxicity
SKILLS LEARNED
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Identify the characteristics of toxic bosses
Develop strategies to manage upward effectively
Communicate assertively with difficult supervisors
Foster a healthier work environment despite challenges
Recognize the impact of toxic leadership on team dynamics
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Managers, Team Leaders, Employees working with challenging supervisors, HR Professionals, Organizational Development Practitioners
PREREQUISITES
None
COURSE OUTLINE
01. Understanding Toxic Leadership
02. Strategies for Effective Upward Management
03. Communication Techniques for Challenging Situations
04. Building Resilience in the Workplace
05. Creating a Positive Work Culture Despite Toxicity
