An Indian techie’s Reddit post details a toxic startup work environment involving 12-hour workdays, lack of training, and verbal abuse. The post sparked widespread online support and calls for the techie to leave the company, highlighting broader concerns about toxic workplace cultures in the Indian tech industry.
A woman shares her harrowing experience working at a mental health startup, detailing the toxic environment, manipulative manager, and ultimately, her firing for simply liking a post about toxic workplaces on LinkedIn. This story raises questions about the hypocrisy of promoting mental health while failing to address internal issues.
A staggering one-third of UK workers have left their jobs due to toxic work environments, according to a new study. Poor management practices, including fear-mongering, favoritism, and inadequate workload management, are contributing to a widespread problem. The study highlights the lack of management training and the impact of bad bosses on employee well-being and career development.
Ellen DeGeneres has opened up about the toxic workplace claims made against her during her time hosting The Ellen DeGeneres Show. In a recent standup routine, she joked about being “kicked out of show business” for being “mean.” Despite her previous apology and the exit of several producers, DeGeneres admits she was unaware of the severity of the situation and takes responsibility for not being a better leader. Ultimately, the claims led to the end of the show in 2022. DeGeneres expressed regret over how the situation unfolded and emphasized the importance of laughter and positivity in the world.
