"One of the most recognised signs of a toxic workplace is when the hiring manager says something along the lines of the team being like a family," says Duris. "This might imply that you'll be expected to constantly go above and beyond and sacrifice your personal time." Duris adds that while some genuinely nurturing workplaces do use the "family" metaphor to describe a supportive culture, jobseekers should be cautious if it's paired with other warning signs - such as vague answers, long hours, or visible stress among employees.
Voigt and Srivastava expressed disappointment over the impact of their resignations stating, "We thought it would have more of an impact. It stopped a lot of girls from competing, but it didn't fully put an end to what the issue was."