Guyanese Author seeks to help employees in the workplace

Loyette Williams- Morris was born and raised between Golden Grove and Haslington on the East Coast of Demerara (ECD). She attended President’s College and the University of Guyana (UG) before moving to pursuing her studies at the Cipriani College of Labour & Co-operative Studies in Trinidad.
Subsequently, she attended the Management Institute of National Development in Jamaica and is now pursuing a Mas

ter’s Degree in Human Resource Management through the Liverpool John Moores University in the United Kingdom (UK).
Through her studies, she has acquired an Associate Degree in Labour Studies, a bachelor’s degree in Law, a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and is also a certified & Gazetted Mediator.
Using her qualifications and experience at different agencies, Loyette who now resides in Jamaica where she relocated to in 2022, has launched ‘The Career Room,’ a consulting firm that deals with Industrial Relations, Mediation, Labour Law Matters and Financial Compliance.
“I assist businesses and individuals in resolving workplace disputes fairly and effectively across the Caribbean, offering consultation on disciplinary matters, representing either employers or employees in grievance hearings, dismissals, and other labour disputes. In addition to IR (industrial relations) services, my husband, Warren, manages the financial arm of The Career Room, providing accounting services for small businesses and entrepreneurs specialising in financial preparation, tax services, and financial projections, helping businesses maintain compliance and plan for sustainable growth,” she explained.
It is through her work at ‘The Career Room’ and her personal experience, she was influenced to pen her first book, ‘Surviving a Toxic Boss.’
“I have experienced first-hand the toll of working under toxic leadership, one experience was so severe that I ended up getting a CT scan, convinced that my body was failing me. But beyond my own journey, I’ve been moved by the stories of friends, colleagues, and countless professionals who have endured similar struggles. Through my research, I sought ways to help myself heal, and in doing so, I found a purpose in helping others navigate their own challenges,” she said.
Through her work as an IR specialist, Loyette noted that she has witnessed the devastating effects of poor leadership not just on employees, but on a company’s compliance with employment laws. A toxic work environment she said also affects well-being, confidence, and livelihoods.
This book she said, offers valuable insights and practical strategies for professionals navigating difficult workplace dynamics.
“It covers recognising toxic leadership, understanding its psychological and professional impacts, and developing coping mechanisms like setting boundaries and documenting incidents,” she said.
According to Loyette, the book also guides readers on deciding whether to stay or leave their job, understanding their legal rights especially in the Caribbean context and rebuilding confidence after leaving a toxic environment.
“I even included a prayer for persons who want to seek divine intervention but don’t know how to. More than a survival guide, it’s a roadmap to empowerment, helping professionals to protect their careers and move forward with strength and clarity,” she noted.
Asked if it was always her dream to be a writer, the Author said while this is not the case, she always wanted to be in a position that creates a positive impact and sees this book as her way of “giving back.”
Growing up in Guyana, she recalled her parents instilled in her the value of education, making school non-negotiable. This she said led her to continue her studies while simultaneously working, determined to build a bright future.
“I’d describe myself as a child caught between two worlds—introverted yet outgoing. My parents instilled in me the unshakable belief that education was the only way out of poverty. But even with that pressure, I was still just a child who couldn’t wait to rush home to jump “Chiney rope” and play hopscotch before the sunset,” she recalled.
Having faced many struggles growing up. Loyette said she is “elated and proud” while this is not just a personal accomplishment but also means a lot for her family and Guyanese everywhere.
Probably funny but not unexpected, she also thanked that boss who led to the name behind the book. She said: “I thank my husband, my family, friends and even those who contributed to my book by submitting their stories. I would also like to thank the toxic boss that provided never -ending inspiration.”
Promising that this will not be her last book, Loyette said “this certainly won’t be my last.”
The book ‘Surviving a toxic boss’ is available on Amazon, and will soon be in stores in Guyana.
For anyone in Jamaica who is interested, Loyette will be hosting a book launch and signing on March 29, 2025, and fans in Trinidad can look out for her in May, 2025.
Her advice to anyone dealing with a difficult boss is: “please remember it’s not you, it’s them. Offer a prayer, wish them healing, and then gracefully move on with your life. No one who doesn’t add value to your journey deserves space in your mind.”