#053 - Dealing with a Bad Boss: Mental Health and Positive Change (with Rob Kalwarowsky)

The Working Well Podcast

Think of the worst boss you’ve had. What made them so bad? Do you think their top career goal was to be seen as a horrible boss, or did they lack the training, skills, and self-awareness to learn and grow in their role?

Today we dive into the topic of bad bosses, looks at the sobering stats around employee engagement, financial impact to the business, and the scary mental health impact that often results from toxic bosses and workplace cultures.

My guest today Rob Kalwarowsky (Cal - Var - Row - Ski), an MIT Trained Mechanical Engineer turned leadership coach. Rob shares the eye-opening journey that led him from the world of heavy industry engineering to leadership coaching, along with important lessons for employees and bosses in today’s rapidly changing leadership landscape.

Welcome to the Working Well Podcast, the show that explores the rapidly changing landscape of work and wellbeing. Each episode, We dive into the hottest topics in leadership, employee wellbeing, and the future of work! I’m your host Tim Borys.

Before we dive in, let’s learn more about Rob Kalwarowsky.