I Wish I'd Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss

A compelling survival guide, I Wish I’d Quit Sooner confronts the hidden cost of toxic bosses and equips readers with the clarity and courage to reclaim their work and well-being.​

Narrated by the author, Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett

Too many talented professionals stay trapped under destructive leadership—fearing the unknown, doubting themselves, or hoping things will change. In this eye-opening book, Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett blends rigorous research with powerful real-world stories to reveal what toxic leadership really looks like, why it persists, and—most importantly—how to break free.

From spotting red flags early, to building strategies for protection, to navigating the emotional toll and finding the confidence to move on, I Wish I’d Quit Sooner is both practical and empowering. It doesn’t just help you escape a toxic boss—it helps you rebuild stronger, more resilient, and ready to thrive in the workplace you deserve.

Clear, compassionate, and actionable, this is a must-read for anyone who has ever whispered to themselves: “I deserve better.”