HOW BAD IS A TOXIC WORK CULTURE ? The phrase ‘toxic work culture’ has become increasingly common. A toxic environment is characterized by negativity, dysfunction, and a lack of trust. In addition, high employee turnover and a lack of work-life balance can also cause a toxic culture. One thing is certain—a toxic work culture is bad for business in many ways. Toxic workplaces can have a hugely negative impact on both individual employees and the organizations as a whole. Employees who are subjected to a toxic workplace culture are more likely to suffer from stress, anxiety, and depression. A Columbia University study found that the probability of job turnover in organizations with low company culture was 48.4%. The tragic death of Anna Sebastian Peril, a chartered accountant, aged 26-year-old at a leading accounting firm, namely Ernst & Young (EY), has sparked a heated debate on corporate work environment and employee welfare. Her parents have alleged that the “high work pr...