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Tyronna W
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Currently A Graduate Student

Why are there so many toxic work environments?

I just started a new job I was excited about because it's in a different industry than what I'm used to, so I'm getting the opportunity to acquire a new skill set. I'm suddenly realizing that I'm in a toxic environment. I carry myself in a professional manner and it seems to be putting people off. So far there has been a speech to the training class by one of the so called "top producers" at the company that no one is better than anyone we are all on the same page. This came out of left field, because who is thinking they are better. Also, I have two guys that sit behind me taunting me every time the management steps out of the room, such as making fun of my name and whispering other offensive things and giggling about it. Mind you one of these guys wears low hanging jeans to work, the ones where you can see the underwear and both thinks it's appropriate to speak street slang in a "professional" work environment. I'm feeling super bummed and I understand the job is a low pay and entry level, but the skill set I will acquire will eventually allow me to go on to another company and make decent money. Basically, it's an industry where you can't get hired in unless you have experience and this company offers the training/experience ( at low pay than usual) and prefers people with no experience which is not common. Unfortunately, I can't express any concerns to the current management and trainer, because they too look at me as if I think I'm better due to my professional demeanor ( I speak well and dress very professional). After seeing the behavior of some of the employees I'm really shocked I got hired. I'm so bummed right now, because so far they are the only ones willing to work with my school schedule.

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Royale Just
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Machine Operator Assembler at Fennel Springs

Most of the people you work with probably smoke crack and that's how crackheads act

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Camille Gray
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It Contract Analyst at Travel And Leisure Company Wyndham Destinations

Keep doing you because in the end you will accomplish your goals on your own terms. Your professionalism will definitely pay-off in the long run. I have experienced something similar to what you are going through, but I refuse to lower my professional standards. Keep your head up and keep rising to the top. As Evelyn said, the Lord is with you.

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Evelyn Santiago
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Manager Food License at Pacific Tea Company

Remember we have to make sacrifices in life. You will progress and you will leave those individuals behind. One day you will look back and say I did what I had to do to achieve my goals. Hang in there the Lord is with you. You need no one else but him. You will accomplish your goals. God bless.

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