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  • i really want to work in a friendly place... recently working somewhere filled with lots of toxic people what can i do to ignore their behaivour

    If the toxic behavior is directly related to policy and practices, then it's potentially a form insubordination and harassment. For example, if a... coworker is constantly coming to you and badmouthing your supervisor(s)' decisions, or coworkers' performance, that's creating a toxic environment. You should a.) document and timestamp it, and b.) politely but firmly suggest that they take their grievances directly to HR/management. If it's the higher-ups giving you a problem, that's more difficult. However, still document it, and stay as far out of the office gossip mill as you can. Folks are notorious for throwing you under the bus when their job and reputation is on the line. Gripe to the wrong person, and even if you're right, suddenly you're the problem.

    Keep yourself fully in business mode when on the job site, and afterwards. You don't have to party with them, or be social media friends, or swap recipes, and useless gossip with them at lunch. Be courteous, but stay on task, and within policy. Let the toxic ones think you're distant and unfriendly if they want. That's not your concern. Staying employed with integrity is your concern. Building your skills set for the next great opportunity is your concern.

    Oh...and keep that resume fresh and ready at all times.

    Take good care of yourself!
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