The Smart Way to Handle a Toxic Colleague - and Not Lose Your Cool! Part III

In Part 3 of this 4-part series, we’re getting real about the signs that your colleague isn’t just “having a bad day”—they may actually be toxic. 🧨If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is it just me, or is this person really out to make my work life harder?” — this episode is for you.Inside, we’re talking about:🚩 Red flags that indicate someone’s behavior is truly harmful (gossip, blame, manipulation, and energy-sucking tactics)🔎 Why some people act this way—it’s not always personal (spoiler: it’s usually about their own insecurity or fear of losing control)💬 How to detach emotionally and stop absorbing their negativity📘 Tools inspired by Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? and Brené Brown to help you hold on to your self-worth in the face of toxic behaviorThis is your pep talk and your game plan wrapped into one. Whether your toxic colleague is subtle or in-your-face, you don’t have to shrink, people-please, or get pulled into their chaos. There’s a smarter way to respond—and you’re about to learn how.#CareerPivotAccelerator #ToxicColleagues #WorkplaceRedFlags #EnergyVampires #OfficeDrama #LeadershipMindset #EmotionalResilience #PeggyYourCareerCoach