by Mitchell Kusy (Author)
You have likely heard stories from friends, family members, and colleagues who quit a job because of a toxic person-an individual who belittles, shames, humiliates, shames, or bullies. You may not have realized that these individuals not only take their tolls on our emotional psyches, but the financial outcomes of their organizations as well. Through this book's many case examples, as well as evidence-based practices and templates, each chapter singles out one main issue and how to resolve it with respect and clarity. Dr. Kusy presents concrete practices that will restore civility and respect into your organization as well as with increased financial performance. Some of these practices include:
You will emerge with a newfound understanding that restores personal well-being and increased financial performance.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 138
Edition: 1
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 10 Nov 2017
ISBN 10: 1138303267
ISBN 13: 9781138303263
Given the huge dependency on human performance and relationships in the modern business world, Dr. Kusy's insights, perspectives, and solutions in dealing with toxic personalities in the workplace should be required reading for next generational leaders at all levels.
Tom Ryan, Founder and CEO, Smashburger
In Why I Don't Work Here Anymore, Dr. Kusy applies evidence-based research and practices to bring respect and civility back into the workplace-a practice whose time has come! Through his many case scenarios, templates, and assessment inventories, Mitch helps leaders demonstrate the financial and emotional costs of toxic behaviors. We need his book now more than ever!
Frances Hesselbein, Founding President, Frances Hesselbein Leadership Forum
Former CEO, Girl Scouts of the USA (1976-1990)
Toxic employees levy a huge tax on your team and your enterprise. Why I Don't Work Here Anymore does a brilliant job navigating you and your business from toxicity to transformation. Dr. Kusy has crafted another must-read!
Kevin Cashman, Korn Ferry, Global Leader of CEO and Executive Development,
Best Selling Author of Leadership from the Inside Out and The Pause Principle
Dr. Kusy provides an in-depth assessment of the financial and emotional costs of a toxic, disruptive environment that cannot be ignored. He offers a number of different recommendations and strategies that will enable organizations to more effectively deal with this complex issue. I highly recommend it.
Alan H. Rosenstein M.D.
Renowned expert and national consultant in healthcare behavioral management
Dr. Mitch Kusy hits the mark with his real-life, data-driven perspectives on toxic employees. If you have ever encountered a colleague or employee who compromises your work environment, this book is a `must-read' to understand what to do in these challenging situations.
L. Kelley Lindquist, Artspace President and CEO
Wendy Holmes, Artspace Senior VP, Consulting and Strategic Partnerships