3 ways to survive a toxic workplace

Keep a detailed journal
Writing down exactly what you experience in the office will serve many purposes. First, it will help you to vent without having to open up to a coworker or bringing your work drama home with you. Second, on the off chance you’ll need detailed documentation on an incident down the road, you’ll be fully prepared with notes from that exact time period.

Keep to yourself
You don’t have to be friends with your coworkers, you just have to be a good team player. So, if your workplace is wearing on you, just keep your head down and do your work. You are not paid to be social comrades with your colleagues but are compensated for your job performance. Being courteous, cordial, and collaborative are certainly enough so remember to do your job well and avoid trouble by laying low.

Decide what’s next
If your workplace is so toxic that you just can’t bear it any longer, it’s probably time to move on. Because you spend more time at work than you do with your friends and family, it’s critical that you don’t dread going into the office. If you have tried to stick it out but can’t, think about what’s best for your future. The good news is that although things are rough, you do have employment which many job seekers don’t have while on the hunt. So, take your time finding the right new position so your next workplace is better than your current one.