# On Toxic Scenarios/ Guest Megan Smith

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Podcast: [For Leaders By Leaders](https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-leaders-by-leaders-7058839)
Published: 2025-02-05T05:40:45+00:00
Episode link: https://ForLeadersByLeaders.podbean.com/e/on-toxic-scenarios-guest-megan-smith/
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## Resource

Being a leader isn’t just about holding a title—it’s about making the right decisions when it matters most. Whether you’re leading a team of one, ten, or thousands, the way you lead determines whether you and your team thrive. Today, we’re tackling challenges every leader might face at some point: Toxic Scenarios. My guest, Megan Smith, is the Head of Human Resources for SAP North America, where she helps guide a workforce of over 20,000 employees. She knows how toxic behaviours—whether it’s poor communication, distrust, or ineffective leadership—can derail teams and organizations. In this episode, Megan breaks down three common toxic leadership scenarios, why they happen, and most importantly, how to fix them. If you’ve ever asked yourself, how can I do better? this conversation is for you.

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