Welcome to "Workplace Weirdness," the podcast that takes a deep dive into the delightful oddities of office life. Ever wondered why the break room smells like a science experiment or why your boss insists on using 'synergy' in every meeting? We've got you covered!
Join Maya and her revolving door of guest hosts as they unravel the mysteries of cubicle culture and decode the cryptic behaviors of your coworkers. From bizarre email sign-offs to the enigma of office fridge politics, no topic is too weird for us to tackle.
Each week, we'll talk about hot HR topics, answer listener questions and dissect an awkward workplace theme, all while keeping things light, fun, and packed with HR humor. Tune in, because in the world of work, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected!
So, grab your coffee, put your feet up on that ergonomic footrest, and let's get weird at work together. Trust us, it’ll be a productivity boost like no other!
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Welcome to "Workplace Weirdness," the podcast that takes a deep dive into the delightful oddities of office life. Ever wondered why the break room smells like a science experiment or why your boss insists on using 'synergy' in every meeting? We've got you covered!
Join Maya and her revolving door of guest hosts as they unravel the mysteries of cubicle culture and decode the cryptic behaviors of your coworkers. From bizarre email sign-offs to the enigma of office fridge politics, no topic is too weird for us to tackle.
Each week, we'll talk about hot HR topics, answer listener questions and dissect an awkward workplace theme, all while keeping things light, fun, and packed with HR humor. Tune in, because in the world of work, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected!
So, grab your coffee, put your feet up on that ergonomic footrest, and let's get weird at work together. Trust us, it’ll be a productivity boost like no other!
How Bad Bosses Can Shape Great Leaders With Mita Mallick
Workplace Weirdness
33 minutes
1 month ago
How Bad Bosses Can Shape Great Leaders With Mita Mallick
Let’s take a deep dive into the most chaotic part of office life: bad bosses. What do you do when your boss is the definition of toxic leadership? Do you run, or do you stick it out and learn from them?
In this Workplace Weirdness episode, we’ll explore how toxic bosses can make or break your career, and how understanding their behavior can help you develop better leadership skills. We’ll discuss how bad bosses affect the workplace culture, create HR nightmares, and leave employees struggling with stress, confusion, and low morale. We also share how you can take control of the situation and grow into the kind of leader who turns chaos into opportunity.
We’re joined by Mita Mallick, author of The Devil Emails at Midnight, who’s lived through some of the worst boss experiences imaginable. From glass offices to tantrums that made you jump out of your seat, Mita shares how these bad bosses actually helped shape her career. We’ll explore how toxic work environments can get worse, how vulnerability in leadership can make you a stronger boss, and what we can all learn from the worst leadership styles.
If you’ve been there, survived that, or just want to know what NOT to do as a leader, this episode is your guide to turning even the worst work situations into growth moments.
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In This Episode:
[00:00] The Nightmare Boss Experience
[01:55] Introducing Mita Mallick
[02:58] Exploring Bad Boss Archetypes
[04:30] Personal Reflections on Bad Bosses
[05:26] The Impact of Personal Life on Leadership
[07:33] Toxic Positivity in the Workplace
[09:29] Weirdest Workplace Moments
[13:30] Week In Work: Interview Tips to Spot Bad Bosses
[16:03] The Importance of Culture Chats in Hiring
[17:09] Listener Question #1: Watching TV at Work
[23:28] Listener Question #2: Dealing with a Bad Boss
[27:37] Cringeworthy Question: Oversharing Boss
[31:34] Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Mita Mallick
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Website - https://www.mitamallick.com/
Maya Kadar Kovalsky
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional, legal, or workplace-specific advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals for their individual situations.
Workplace Weirdness
Welcome to "Workplace Weirdness," the podcast that takes a deep dive into the delightful oddities of office life. Ever wondered why the break room smells like a science experiment or why your boss insists on using 'synergy' in every meeting? We've got you covered!
Join Maya and her revolving door of guest hosts as they unravel the mysteries of cubicle culture and decode the cryptic behaviors of your coworkers. From bizarre email sign-offs to the enigma of office fridge politics, no topic is too weird for us to tackle.
Each week, we'll talk about hot HR topics, answer listener questions and dissect an awkward workplace theme, all while keeping things light, fun, and packed with HR humor. Tune in, because in the world of work, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected!
So, grab your coffee, put your feet up on that ergonomic footrest, and let's get weird at work together. Trust us, it’ll be a productivity boost like no other!
