Low-morale is the outcome of being exposed to abuse and neglect at work – and much of the abuse manifests in the negative behaviors of individuals. From low-grade incivility to intense mobbing, these acts may be fueled by shame, insecurity, or selfishness, and enabled by organizational and cultural influences. The following books address these issues or offer a pathway to countermeasures. Add your suggestions in the comments.
Acadia, S. (2023). Libraries as dysfunctional organizations and workplaces. Abingdon, Oxon: Routledge.
Chapman, G.D., White, P.E., & Myra, H. (2014). Rising above a toxic workplace: taking care of yourself in an unhealthy environment. Chicago: Moody Publishers.
Coyle, D. (2018). The culture code: The secrets of highly successful groups. Random House.
Friedman, R. (2014). The best place to work: The art and science of creating an extraordinary workplace. New York: Perigee Books.
Henry, J., Eshleman, J., & Moniz, R. (2018). The dysfunctional library: Challenges and solutions to workplace relationships. Chicago: American Library Association.
Namie, G. & Namie, R. (2011). The bully-free workplace: How to stop weasels, jerks, and snakes from killing your organization. Chichester: Wiley.
Spranger, A.N. (2019). Why people stay: Helping people feel seen, safe, and valued. London: Routledge.
