Fixing a Toxic Team: How New Managers Can Break Old Patterns

You walk in on the first day at a new job. Whether it’s your first leadership role or not, if something’s off, it’s clear. The vibe isn’t right. People are guarded. Meetings feel like a charade. The veteran employees are cynical and skeptical, and in your head, you’re asking: Is this a rough start, or did I inherit a broken system?