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They can have a damaging and lasting effect across the rest of your team, if not your wider business.\n\nIt\u2019s no secret that people are getting fed up with toxic work cultures, as well as the people that instigate them.\n\nOur <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/talent-insights-report\/\">Talent Insights Report<\/a> found that when employees decide it\u2019s time to leave, a bad boss and places with poor company culture are top of their list of motivations. This was the case around the world in every market we surveyed (the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia). Which means you\u2019re definitely in trouble if this bad apple dictates your interview process.\n\nSo the question is \u2013 what are the signs, and what can you do about it?\n\nWe unpack the risks of a toxic hiring manager, how they can affect your workplace culture, signs of toxic behaviours and what you can do about them.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Here are 5 signs you've hired a toxic hiring manager \u2013 and how to fix this.\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-27886 size-full\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/pexels-yan-krukau-8866752-scaled.jpg\" width=\"2560\"\/>\n<h2 id=\"5-signs-of-a-toxic-hiring-manager\">5 signs of a toxic hiring manager<\/h2>\nWhile some signs are obvious red flags, others might be harder to spot. It can also be challenging to identify issues in a workplace you worked hard to build, so do your best to honestly evaluate the situation.\n<h3 id=\"1-unrealistic-expectations\">1. Unrealistic expectations<\/h3>\nDoes your hiring manager set out unrealistic expectations in the job descriptions you put out?\n\nIn today\u2019s competitive job market, job descriptions play an important role in potential candidate\u2019s first impression of your work culture.\n\nUnclear job descriptions can be huge red flags and deterrents preventing you from attracting qualified candidates. What\u2019s more, it can also lead to the wrong candidates applying for the role.\n\nHave a read through recent job descriptions that your hiring manager has put together. Are they asking for several years of professional experience for an entry-level role? If so, you might have a problem.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Is your toxic hiring manager setting out unrealistic expectations? Find what you can do to stop that.\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-27885 size-full\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-7876896-scaled.jpg\" width=\"2560\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"2-microaggressions-and-subtle-biases\">2. Microaggressions and subtle biases<\/h3>\nWhile microaggressions may not always be deliberate, a toxic colleague might intentionally be hostile or display condescending behaviour towards someone.\n\nAccording to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/heidilynnekurter\/2021\/07\/23\/managers-here-are-6-toxic-behaviors-that-are-destroying-your-employees-confidence\/?sh=4ea50ed04600\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Forbes<\/a>, there are a few common forms of microaggressions to be aware of: from mansplaining, to discriminating against candidates under the assumption that they\u2019re not as intelligent or as educated as them due to the colour of their skin, and deliberate wage gaps \u2013 these are all expressions of bias\n\nMicroaggressions like these in a person in charge of onboarding new hires can lead to companies missing out on top talent and a high turnover rate.\n<h3 id=\"3-different-personas-depending-on-whos-observing-them\">3. Different personas depending on who\u2019s observing them<\/h3>\nToxic people often thrive in toxic work cultures where there\u2019s room for gossip, and for them to play host to different personas depending on who\u2019s observing them. leaving you to wonder whether or not you\u2019re back in secondary school.\n\nTraits like these may negatively influence candidates or new hires leaving them to feel as though they are walking on eggshells.\n<h3 id=\"4-dismissive-of-constructive-feedback\">4. Dismissive of constructive feedback<\/h3>\nConstructive feedback focuses on providing practical feedback that is supported by specific examples. Often, this can take the form of suggestions on what could be improved, and how to go about it.\n\nIn many cases, toxic people are oblivious to the effect they have on others. So it\u2019s necessary to provide them with constructive feedback and a suitable time frame for them to get back on track.\n\nBut if you\u2019ve tried to provide constructive feedback to this person, have made sure that it is <a href=\"https:\/\/asana.com\/resources\/constructive-criticism\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">constructive, as opposed to destructive<\/a> criticism, but still find them to be displaying the same behaviour, it might just be a red flag to watch out for.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Navigating feedback can be difficult for the receiver. Make sure that it is constructive, not destructive.\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-27884 size-full\" height=\"1703\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/pexels-ketut-subiyanto-4623525-scaled.jpg\" width=\"2560\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"5-gaslighting\">5. Gaslighting<\/h3>\nMita Mallick describes <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2021\/09\/how-to-intervene-when-a-manager-is-gaslighting-their-employees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">gaslighting in the workplace<\/a>, as a \u201c<em>form of psychological abuse where an individual tries to gain power and control over you<\/em>.\u201d\n\nWatch out for examples where a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/health\/mind\/what-is-gaslighting\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hiring manager might be gaslighting<\/a> such as if someone \u201cexploits stereotypes or vulnerabilities related to gender, sexuality, race, nationality, and\/or class.\u201d\n\nWorryingly, over the years there\u2019s been a rise in the number of grievances in the workplace concerning this. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplemanagement.co.uk\/article\/1802698\/tackle-gaslighting-grievances-workplace\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">People Management<\/a> over in the UK, \u201c<em>grievances involving gaslighting are difficult to prove. The gaslighting could be small, isolated acts, so other employees or HR will not witness it.\u201d\u00a0<\/em>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-risks-of-having-a-toxic-hiring-manager-on-your-team\">What are the risks of having a toxic hiring manager on your team?<\/h2>\nFrom creating a negative atmosphere in your workplace to deterring potentially great candidates from your workplace, there are quite a few things that a toxic hiring manager can impact.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"There are a few risks you face if you have a toxic hiring manager on the team.\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-27883 size-full\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/pexels-rodnae-productions-9065300-scaled.jpg\" width=\"2560\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"driving-away-talent\">Driving away talent<\/h3>\nThe success of your business largely depends on your staff, so attracting the right talent is critical. Which makes it problematic if your hiring manager is toxic.\n\nTheir toxic behaviour will not only put candidates off from joining your company, but can also lead to you having a high turnover of staff. Costing you more in expenses to retrain them.\n<h3 id=\"negative-effect-on-workplace-culture-and-work-environment\">Negative effect on workplace culture and work environment<\/h3>\nHeard of the Sunday scaries? You know, that feeling of dread when you realise that Monday is round the corner?\n\nA toxic culture or member of your team can amplify this feeling of anxiety and dread which can really take a toll on your team\u2019s productivity, wellbeing and motivation. Ultimately, making their work life miserable. What\u2019s more, it can also affect your retention strategy, employer brand, and become a huge expense for you, having to constantly train new employees.\n\nNot convinced? Our Talent Insights Report looked into how this looks around the world and found that:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/au\/resources\/talent-insights-report\/\"><strong>In Australia:<\/strong><\/a> A dislike for their job (35% and poor company culture (33%) were the top reasons for employees to seek a position elsewhere.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/talent-insights-report\/\"><strong>In New Zealand:<\/strong><\/a> Similarly, a dislike for their job (38%), feeling overworked (34%) and a dislike for their boss (32%) were motivations to quit.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/talent-insights-report\/\"><strong>In the United Kingdom: <\/strong><\/a>There\u2019s a need to address poor company culture when it comes to retention. In particular amongst the \u2018older millennial\u2019 age group. 80% of job seekers in the 35-44 age group want to find alternative employment for this very reason.<\/li>\n\n<\/li>\n\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/resources\/talent-insights-report\/\"> <strong>In Singapore:<\/strong><\/a> Poor company culture was the second most-cited reason for job seeking (33%) though this feeling was directed at the organisation rather than other team members. \u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\nWhat\u2019s clear is: if you want to save costs and level up your retention strategy, you have to pay attention to your workplace culture. After all, a happy team is a productive team.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Our Talent Insights Report has all the latest statistics you need to be aware of in order to level up your retention strategy.\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-27882 size-full\" height=\"155\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Screenshot-2023-04-05-at-13.27.14.png\" width=\"439\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"a-poor-reputation-for-your-employer-brand\">A poor reputation for your employer brand<\/h3>\nYour <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/employee-value-proposition-evp\/\">employer brand is your external reputation<\/a>.\n\nIf you have a toxic hiring manager, you run the risk of people talking badly about what it\u2019s like working for you. This is not only damaging for your employer brand, but also hard to recover from. After all, people talk and rumours go around town fast.\n\nIn today\u2019s digital world that values transparency, potential new hires are likely to look up what it\u2019s like working for you in places such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/aclk?sa=l&amp;ai=DChcSEwj8qOXr_Oz9AhWG6-0KHbL6BtsYABAAGgJkZw&amp;sig=AOD64_0gGVnxOaMNbbcfw-Y6eG0dzZyosw&amp;q&amp;adurl&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjK9eDr_Oz9AhVQTcAKHbilAP4Q0Qx6BAgJEAE\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Glassdoor<\/a> and look for potential red flags.\n\nIt goes without saying this means paying attention to your work culture will not only benefit your current employees, but future hires too.\n<h3 id=\"excessive-workplace-absenteeism\">Excessive workplace absenteeism<\/h3>\nIf your team or members of your team, is experiencing high levels of stress and burnout because of the actions of a toxic boss, work culture or hiring manager this can result in <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/employee-absenteeism\/\">high levels of workplace absenteeism<\/a>.\n\nNot only will this reduce productivity, it can also leak into your workplace morale and place pressure on existing team members.\n<h2 id=\"how-to-confront-a-toxic-hiring-manager\">How to confront a toxic hiring manager<\/h2>\nNow that you know how to spot the signs of one, and the damaging effects they can have on your workplace. Let\u2019s take a look into the best practices you can use to confront toxic hiring managers about their behaviour.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Learn more about how you can confront a toxic hiring manager the right way.\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-27881 size-full\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/pexels-antoni-shkraba-6632532-scaled.jpg\" width=\"2560\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"address-their-behaviour-in-a-11\">Address their behaviour in a 1:1<\/h3>\nWhile you can\u2019t change someone\u2019s personality overnight, you can help them recognise their shortcomings by addressing these in a 1:1.\n\nUse this as a chance to give them constructive feedback on what\u2019s not working, and what needs to improve.\n\nDepending on the severity of their behaviour and previous actions, you may want to set a deadline and clearly set out what improvements you expect by when, and review these again on a daily basis in <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/performance-review-guide\/\">a performance review.<\/a>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"See how 91±¬ΑΟ's 360 feedback feature can help you.\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-27880 size-full\" height=\"2028\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Feedback-Blank-comment-design.png\" width=\"3456\"\/>\n\nStay on top of what you\u2019ve addressed in all your 1:1s by using <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/solutions\/performance-management-software\/\">91±¬ΑΟ\u2019s performance management solution<\/a>.\n\nSend them to management training (or retraining)\n\nConsidering sending someone to management training?\n\nYou can either choose to have all your leaders attend management workshops and training, or hand pick the ones that need the tools and training.\n\nOnce you\u2019ve decided the course of action, you\u2019ll want to look into specific training programs that target their underdeveloped skills. If you\u2019re unsure what these are, try using <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/360-degree-review-template\/\">a 360 degree review<\/a> in order to capture feedback across the board. It\u2019ll give their peers a chance to provide insight.\n\nMake sure you monitor their progress and that it is consistent progress, not just a show when you are present.\n<h3 id=\"adjust-their-role\">Adjust their role<\/h3>\nIf this toxic boss has a few direct reports, it might be worth looking into whether or not you can move them into a role that doesn\u2019t require them to manage individuals.\n\nAs you adjust their role and figure out what areas coaching is needed, use our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/employee-coaching-plan-template\/\">employee coaching plan template<\/a> as guidance. Keep track of those important conversations and feedback points easily using <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/solutions\/hr-reporting-software\/\">91±¬ΑΟ<\/a>.\n<h3 id=\"dismissal\">Dismissal<\/h3>\nAt the end of the day, if you\u2019ve tried everything you can to provide a manager the chance to improve from their past mistakes and they simply can\u2019t or flat out refuse, it could be time for them to leave the company. Remember, we always recommend consulting an employment lawyer for specific advice when considering employee dismissal.\n<h2 id=\"the-wrap-up\">The wrap up<\/h2>\nLooking for more advice? We\u2019ve got you covered with <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/how-to-deal-with-bad-managers\/\">a guide on how to deal with bad managers<\/a>.\n\nYou can also get a helping hand with our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/performance-review-guide\/\">performance review guide<\/a>. It has tips on how you can create a more effective way to reflect on performance, what you should be doing before, during and after a review \u2013 and a whole lot more.\n\nFrom help with reviewing employee performance to keeping them engaged, <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/\">91±¬ΑΟ<\/a> can help you at every stage.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/\">Book a demo<\/a> with one of our friendly team to see how we can help you set your team up for success.\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\" data-trigger-modal=\"request-a-demo-modal\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-14 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-arrow is-style-link-arrow--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-btn-brand-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"\/resources\/?topic%5B0%5D%5B0%5D=Product\">View all<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query blog-3-col-query-loop is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 alignfull wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-2 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-57112 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized resource-type-blog\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-neutral-100-border-color has-white-background-color has-background is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-17 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-width:1px;min-height:100%\"><figure style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;width:100%;height:100%; 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