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Executive Leadership Reveals Why Chronic Workplace Negativity Destroys Career Prospects and Team Performance

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Senior leadership at one of the world’s most influential retail corporations has delivered a compelling wake-up call that resonates throughout Thailand’s evolving professional landscape. The executive’s candid assessment reveals that persistent workplace negativity has emerged as the single most damaging trait that undermines career advancement, regardless of technical expertise or educational credentials. This revelation arrives at a pivotal moment for Thai professionals navigating an increasingly competitive job market where emotional intelligence and collaborative attitudes determine long-term success more than traditional qualifications alone.

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Negativity in the Workplace: Top Executive Warns Against Hiring 'Debbie Downer' Personalities

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A veteran executive at the world’s largest retailer has issued a stark warning to job seekers and employers alike: chronic negativity is the most undesirable trait in candidates and employees, regardless of their qualifications or experience. This insight highlights a growing shift in hiring and workplace culture, signaling the critical importance of attitude over aptitude in the modern Thai and global job market.

For Thais eager to secure new opportunities—especially as the job market evolves in response to a shifting economy—this advice arrives at a crucial moment. The nature of work and organisational culture across Thailand is rapidly changing, influenced by both digital disruption and global best practices. According to CNBC via YourTango, a leading executive emphasised that perpetual pessimism and a tendency to highlight problems without offering solutions stand out as major red flags for hiring managers. “Nobody wants [to hire] a Debbie Downer. You know they’re going to show up [and] they’re going to bring the problem, never the solution. I like people who bring the problem and a suggestion for how they might resolve it,” the executive explained.

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Gen Z’s ‘Protect Your Peace’ Mindset: Empowerment or Evasion? New Research Sparks Intergenerational Debate

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A new wave of research and social commentary is sparking heated debate about how Generation Z – those born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s – are “protecting their peace” in ways that older generations often view as avoidance or shirking of responsibility. The recently published feature in VegOut Magazine highlights nine key behaviors, such as ghosting, preemptive blocking, and “therapy speak” shutdowns, which are being reevaluated in both Western and Asian societies, including Thailand, for their impacts on mental health, workplace culture, family relationships, and social cohesion (VegOutMag.com).

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New Study Reveals Three Interview Questions That Can Help Spot Narcissistic Candidates

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A breakthrough study from San Francisco State University has identified three simple interview questions that could effectively flag narcissistic tendencies in job applicants—a finding with important implications for Thai workplaces concerned about team dynamics and organisational health. The research, published in June 2025 and highlighted by Psychology Today, responds to a growing need for practical screening tools that can efficiently identify problematic personalities before they impact the work environment or company culture (Psychology Today).

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New Research Shines Light on Passive-Aggressive Subtypes and How to Take Effective Action

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A new article published in June 2025 by clinical counselor and author Loriann Oberlin on Psychology Today is sparking discussion about the nuanced forms of passive-aggressive behavior and practical strategies for dealing with them. The research, rooted in Oberlin’s extensive clinical and consulting experience, provides insight into hidden negativity that can quietly erode relationships at work, at home, and beyond—and calls on individuals to recognize these behaviors and actively reclaim agency in their interactions (Psychology Today).

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Kindness in Action: New Study Shows Small Acts Foster Cooperation and Teamwork

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A new study has revealed that everyday acts of kindness—ranging from a warm tone of voice to sincere smiles and attentive listening—can significantly improve teamwork and foster a greater sense of cooperation. The research, led by a team at SWPS University in partnership with a Tel Aviv University scholar, demonstrates that simple gestures of niceness enhance social connectedness, which in turn boosts both group satisfaction and willingness to collaborate (neurosciencenews.com).

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Loud Living: The Workplace Trend Redefining Boundaries Beyond Quiet Quitting

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A new workplace movement dubbed “loud living” is gaining momentum among professionals disillusioned by the exhaustion of hustle culture, marking a shift from quietly disengaging at work to boldly asserting personal and professional boundaries. As seen in recent personal accounts and workplace research, “loud living” encourages not silent withdrawal but open, unapologetic communication about one’s needs, transforming conversations around work-life balance and employee well-being Business Insider.

In the aftermath of global disruptions brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, the boundary between work and personal life has become increasingly blurred. For Thai employees—often navigating long hours, hierarchical expectations, and multicultural contexts—the question of how to thrive in demanding workplaces has never been more urgent. The rise of “loud living” offers an alternative: instead of quietly quitting—doing the bare minimum to avoid burnout—workers are modeling clear, communicative self-advocacy, challenging old norms without sacrificing productivity Forbes, Psychology Today.

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