Catherine Mattice

Catherine Mattice is the founder and CEO of Civility Partners, a consulting firm that has helped over 250 companies detoxify and create respectful and productive workplace cultures. Her 60+ online courses have reached over three million global learners, and she’s a widely regarded keynote speaker on building civil company culture.

Articles & Books From Catherine Mattice

Navigating a Toxic Workplace For Dummies
This friendly, compassionate guide is the antidote to workplace toxicity Toxic workplaces can be bad for your mental and physical health, and they're one of the leading causes of employee turnover. Navigating a Toxic Workplace For Dummies explores what causes work environments to turn sour, and what you—as an employee, manager or leader—can do about it.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 06-09-2025
If you’ve ever wondered whether your workplace is truly toxic or if you’re just “overreacting,” you’re not alone. The reality is, if work feels unbearable day after day, it’s not just a tough week—it’s a deeper issue. You may be working in a toxic work environment.Toxic workplaces have real consequences for both employees and organizations.