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All was fine for Krisell at her job until she returned from maternity leave. Then she slowly discovered the multiple layers of nightmares working within the company. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Carol started working at her knew job she wasn't prepared for her bosses slow assault on her boundaries. Pushing too far, then stopping, then pushing further the next time until Carol reached breaking point. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost a decade ago Jay started a new job, and found himself trapped with an employer who seemed to love the intimidation and power games of control Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doctor Aiman worked hard to study in her medical field, but when she was confronted by a nightmare boss she was not prepared for how totally he intended to destroy her career. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samantha managed to escape from a nightmare boss but was not prepared for when they reappeared in her life. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linda started a new job and slowly it became clear her managers did not care about her health, until she ended up being sent to the emergency department. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pete Havel offers advice on what to do in a situation like the story in 'When the Nightmare wants your job" Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trixie met Maria on the job and was quickly overwhelmed when her coworkers bubbly personality became far more invasive and inappropriate. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kathy watched for years as Laura-Leigh scared off other employees, but she truly felt powerless when Laura-Leigh targeted her friend. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary found herself working for a company that changed names regularly and was clearly up to illegal stuff. Expert Pete Havel shares what he thinks could be done in this situation. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liz's boss Barbara become emotionally and verbally abusive early on, but while this scared liz, she was not prepared for how much further her nightmare boss would take things. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sandy found herself trapped in a situation where her boss was causing psychological abuse, but her financial support company was supporting her boss. Pete Havel gives his advice on her situation. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Claire moved across the world to a whole other country her co-worker Lisa tried to make things difficult. Unfortunately for Lisa, it turned out that this was actually a good work place. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 'When the Nightmare blames all their mistakes on you" Beck revealed she worked for a cafe owner who was truly toxic. In this mini episode, workplace advisor Pete Havel gives his advice on what to do in a similar situation. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pete Havel describes the co-worker so toxic, vengeful and soulless that she inspired his book The Arsonist In The office. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Beth started her job at the gym she was a bit hesitant of Abigail and it turned out she had right to be. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elizabeth started a new marketing job to promote an upcoming children's TV show. She was not prepared for the bombshell secrets her boss was hiding. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel started her new job as a real estate assistant. She was not ready for the cold hearted approach her boss took to manipulating and sabotaging her Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The last few episodes have shown the very real damage that Nightmares can cause to our mental health, but what can be done? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Alicia's fun friendly co-worker Rob was promoted to the position of manager she was not prepared for the nightmare he would become. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.