Let's Break Up - Toxic Workplace Stories - S2E14: Navigating Toxic Workplaces: Adrienne Farr Shares Strategies to Survive and Thrive Through Adversity

S2E14: Navigating Toxic Workplaces: Adrienne Farr Shares Strategies to Survive and Thrive Through Adversity

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11/07/23 • 54 min

Let's Break Up - Toxic Workplace Stories

Adrienne Farr, with a background in advertising, acting, and publishing, recounts her struggles with an abusive boss and sexual harassment. Despite these challenges, her resolve to buy a house kept her going. She highlights the toxic cultures at her workplaces, exacerbated by the lack of HR or performance reviews, sharing the coping strategies she used to navigate these environments.
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In a comprehensive discussion with renowned employment attorney Steven, the alarming issue of toxic workplaces is explored in depth. Steven, who has a strong track record in handling high-profile employment cases, shares his insights on various subjects ranging from unfair dismissals during parental leave to workplace discrimination. The conversation also examines the case of artist Lizzo to explain the intricacies of litigation and power dynamics in work environments. Steven discusses the impact of change management on employees' rights, especially in the context of the U.S. and New Zealand, highlighting the importance of transparency and the "three strike rule." The dialogue also explores the challenges and benefits of remote and hybrid work models. Steven emphasizes the crucial role of documenting evidence, which can be pivotal in legal cases. The discussion aims to deepen understanding of employment rights and workplace dynamics.
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When it comes to creating a safe and inclusive work environment, Kia Roberts, founder of Triangle Investigations, is the expert voice you want to hear from. Drawing from her unique experience as the NFL's first director of investigations and a former prosecutor, Kia walks us through the complex landscape of workplace misconduct investigations. She also shares the significant impact of the Me Too Movement on these practices and how it's reshaping the dynamics in our workplaces.
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Let's Break Up - Toxic Workplace Stories - S2E14: Navigating Toxic Workplaces: Adrienne Farr Shares Strategies to Survive and Thrive Through Adversity

Transcript

Gina00:00:42.181

Hey , circling back to Adrian , you were here All our listeners who you are , what you're going to chat with us about , where you're calling from all the basic details that everyone is dying to know about you , adrian .

Adrienne00:00:56.120

Well , okay , so I'm Adrian Farr . We're talking about the Toxic Workplace , toxic Work Environments , and I have had