workplace toxicity
[ˈwɜrkpleɪs tɒkˈsɪsɪti]
noun
toxicidade no ambiente de trabalho
1. A hostile, negative, or unhealthy work environment characterized by poor management, interpersonal conflicts, harassment, discrimination, or unethical practices that harm employee well-being and productivity
The company's workplace toxicity led to high employee turnover and decreased morale.
A toxicidade no ambiente de trabalho da empresa resultou em alta rotatividade de funcionários e diminuição do moral.
2. Behaviors, attitudes, or cultural patterns in a workplace that create stress, fear, or emotional harm for employees
Addressing workplace toxicity requires commitment from leadership and HR departments.
Abordar a toxicidade no ambiente de trabalho requer comprometimento da liderança e dos departamentos de RH.
3. Systemic issues such as bullying, micromanagement, favoritism, or lack of psychological safety that compromise employee mental health
Many employees left due to the workplace toxicity created by gossiping and lack of support.
Muitos funcionários saíram devido à toxicidade do ambiente de trabalho criada por fofocas e falta de apoio.
In both Brazilian and North American corporate cultures, discussing 'workplace toxicity' has become increasingly common since the 2020s, reflecting growing awareness of mental health and employee well-being. Brazilian companies are gradually adopting more formal HR practices to address these issues, influenced by international standards. In the USA, the term gained prominence during the pandemic and Great Resignation. In Brazil, it's often discussed in relation to hierarchical management structures and the challenge of modernizing traditional corporate cultures.
NYC Slang
toxic workplace / toxic vibes at work
Related Idioms & Phrases
a poisoned work environment
walking on eggshells at work
a snake pit of an office
cutting through the drama
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