Oct 31 2024 5 mins 1
In this BONUS episode of Career Chills, SK Vaughn dives into the spooky signs that it might be time to no longer feel haunted by your job. She chats about feeling stuck, long hours, and how workplace vibes can affect how happy you feel at work. Listeners are invited to think about their own career journeys and look out for signs that a change might be needed.
SK discusses the importance of holding each other accountable and keeping communication open at work. Regular check-ins and honest talks can really help clear up any issues. The episode shines a light on how toxic work cultures can mess with your mental health, plus some practical tips on how to tackle it through open conversations and recognizing everyone's hard work. There are so many great gems sprinkled throughout this episode with real-world examples. Don't miss the full episode in our THRIVING MEMBERSHIP!
Takeaways
- You're more than capable of sticking around if that's what you want to do.
- Feeling stuck in the same role without growth opportunities can feel like being haunted by your past.
- Toxic work hours can lead to burnout and missed personal commitments.
- Culture is either created by design or by default.
- High turnover rates can indicate a toxic workplace culture.
- Lack of trust among colleagues can lead to negative attitudes.
- Gossip creates an atmosphere of mistrust and anxiety.
- Favoritism can breed resentment among team members.
- Resistance to change stifles innovation and growth.
- Poor communication leads to confusion and distrust among team members. Accountability is crucial for personal and professional growth.
- Regular communication can prevent misunderstandings and conflicts.
- Mental health is significantly affected by workplace culture.
- It's important to have direct conversations to resolve issues.
- Creating a supportive work environment fosters collaboration and creativity.
- Performance reviews should not be a surprise; feedback should be ongoing.
- Team dynamics play a vital role in employee satisfaction.
- Employees should feel valued and recognized for their contributions.
- Aligning personal values with workplace values is essential for job satisfaction.
- Trust your instincts when considering career changes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Spooky Signs of Job Change
04:31 Feeling Stuck in Your Career
08:49 The Impact of Toxic Work Hours
15:06 Identifying Red Flags in Workplace Culture
28:13 Accountability and Communication in the Workplace
31:23 Mental Health and Toxic Work Culture
34:31 Addressing a Cursed Culture
38:15 Performance Reviews and Employee Feedback
44:56 Team Dynamics and Connection
50:32 Values Alignment and Career Reflection
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