I Wish I'd Quit Sooner

"For anyone who has a toxic boss or is worried they might, I Wish I'd Quit Sooner is a much-needed survival kit. Dr. Laura draws from her extensive research to help recognize and navigate toxic bosses to chart a healthier way forward."

"This book cuts through the noise. Dr. Laura names what many are afraid to: Toxic bosses are real, and so is your power to rise above them. It's a clear, compassionate guide for choosing accountability, not victimhood, even in tough situations."

"Dr. Laura offers far more than an escape plan from toxic bosses: She delivers a blueprint for cultivating the kind of psychologically safe, high-engagement workplaces that reduce burnout and elevate performance. I Wish I'd Quit Sooner is equal parts wake-up call and roadmap, a rigorously researched, story-rich guide that transforms personal pain into the brighter future of a better workplace."

"This book nails it. Clear structure, sharp insights, and zero fluff. Whether you're dealing with a toxic boss now or just want to understand what to avoid, it's a toolkit you'll come back to."

"How I wish I had this book as a resource when I was working for a toxic boss! Dr. Laura's work is validating and provides a practical and emotionally supportive step-by-step plan to move from feeling helpless to regaining control of your career and life."

"Toxic bosses are incredibly painful, but do not define you nor your career. This book is a helpful guide to surviving a toxic boss, and more importantly, to recovering afterward and finding ways to thrive again."

"A necessary punch of truth for a world that too often rewards the opposite."

"Stuck under a toxic boss? You're not alone, and you're not powerless. Dr. Laura's essential guide offers practical strategies, expert insights, and real-world examples to help you navigate difficult workplace dynamics, protect your well-being, and take back control of your career."

"Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett brings validation and real-world guidance to anyone who's ever felt trapped under a toxic boss. Her blend of research, lived experience, and practical tools makes you feel supported and equipped to take your next step with confidence. This is the kind of book that doesn't just help you survive a toxic workplace, it helps you reclaim your power and move forward with your life."