6 Types Of Toxic People
HR LEADERS – Got toxic people on your team?
Here’s how to deal with them successfully…ππ»
ππ» 1. Communicate your boundaries.
–Clarify what behavior is not acceptable to you.
–Assertively express these concerns to the team.
–Don’t assume people can read your mind.
ππ» 2. Address the behavior directly 1-on-1.
–Aim for a calm & assertive 1:1 discussion.
–Share your concerns & the impact of their behavior.
–Be specific. Give examples to make your point clear.
ππ» 3. Document, document, document. π
–Document specific instances of toxic behavior.
–Useful if you need to escalate things to termination.
–Include dates, times, and descriptions.
ππ» 4. Practice more self-care during the process.
–Engage in more activities that bring you joy.
–Reduce activities that create drama & stress.
ππ» 5. Surround yourself with supportive people.
–Reach out to trusted friends, family, or colleagues.
–Often they can offer a fresh perspective.
–Tap into them for advice or emotional support.
ππ»6. Seek mediation or intervention.
–Consider involving a mediator or higher authority.
–Could be a manager, HR, or trusted neutral party.
–Needed in extreme cases to facilitate a resolution.
ππ»ππ»The bottom line:
–Dealing with toxic behavior is challenging.
–Address it directly so it doesn’t get worse.
–Take care of yourself throughout the process.
–You’ll be glad you did.