Routledge - Toxic Organizational Cultures and Leadership Book

Shortlisted in the 2024 Business Book Awards for the People, Culture and Management category, this book explores the reality of toxic organizational cultures. Many companies face major reputational failures because of leadership issues, which often impacts the employees most dedicated to their work. This book explains that toxic cultures do not appear overnight. Organizations do not usually set out to break rules or seek wrongdoing, but these environments emerge through specific processes over time. By reading this text, you will gain a clear definition of what constitutes a toxic culture and understand the mechanics behind how these environments develop within a company. Supported by in-depth research, the book provides practical approaches to help leaders and managers overcome toxicity. Whether you are studying human resources management or leading a large team, this guide offers the knowledge needed to identify warning signs and build a healthy, sustainable workplace.