How to Survive a Toxic System - on Both Sides of the Pond

Does it feel like you're in a toxic work environment and can't get out? Too many doctors — both in the UK and elsewhere — find themselves in a whirlwind of work. There's always more to do, and you don't want to imagine the consequences of what happens if you fail. There seems like there's no way out, but the truth is, you always have a choice.In this episode of You Are Not a Frog, Dr Dike Drummond and I dive into a topic that affects many industries but is particularly prevalent in healthcare — surviving and thriving in a toxic work environment without burning out.If you’re a doctor stuck in the whirlwind of your toxic work environment, this episode is for you.Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:Learn what you can change in a toxic work environment.Discover ways to improve how your career serves you.Find out how doctors can care for themselves and why that helps them do their job better.Episode Highlights[00:00] Doctors as Coal Mine Canaries[13:41] How Profit Creates a Toxic Work Environment[23:34] How Doctor Training Creates a Toxic Work Environment[30:49] You Always Have a Choice[40:02] Change or Leave Your Toxic Work Environment[52:13] Bureaucracies Always Add More Work[54:48] Drummond and Morris’ Three Top TipsResourcesSign up for our free webinar on June 20th Free Masterclass For Leaders In Healthcare with Dr Rachel Morris Download our free ‘Just Say No’ toolkit!Visit The Happy MDListen to the Physicians on Purpose PodcastGet Dike’s booksReach out to Rachel at [email protected] Shapes Toolkit TrainingTHRIVE Weekly PlannerSign up here to receive a link to the episode workbook and CPD form downloads for each podcast. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.Enjoyed This Podcast?Write a review and share this with your friends.Connect With MeHave any questions? Contact Rachel through these platforms:LinkedIn: @Dr-Rachel-Morris Twitter: @DrRachelMorrisEmail: [email protected] out more about our training here.Mentioned in this episode:🐸 Enquire Now About Our Training🟦 [FREE WEBINAR] How to Beat Burnout and Escape Burnout on Repeat