BPost -Thursday Tip for the Workplace 08-27-15

More than 50 percent of workplace bullies are bosses, according to a 2014 survey by the Workplace Bullying Institute (WBI).
More than 65% of workplace bullies are men towards women workers, according to the WBI study
More than 30% of cyberbullying incidents go unreported.  It is more likely to be reported if injury is involved.
85% of 19 year old males, victims of cyberbullying, do not report the incidents, according to Trolled Nation’s survey.
More than 55% of bullied workers are older workers, according to poll results reported by WBI, with the average age range of 40 through 50+ years of age.
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Unmasking Misconduct: Powerful Movies on Workplace Harassment 

Films like *Nine to Five* and *Tootsie* provide critical commentary on workplace issues, particularly gender discrimination and harassment. They explore the struggles women face in professional settings, exposing systemic inequities and promoting the need for cultural change. These portrayals foster awareness and discussions around respect, equity, and the importance of supportive work environments.

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Unmasking Workplace Bullying: Critical Indicators You Can’t Ignore 

Workplace bullying poses serious risks for both employees and organizations. Defined as repeated, unreasonable actions aimed at demeaning individuals, it manifests through various behaviors like verbal abuse and social isolation. Recognizing metrics such as absenteeism and turnover, along with red flags like increased conflict and performance changes, is crucial for prevention and intervention.

“Whilst accidents and assaults injure and kill people quickly and spectacularly, bullying and consequent prolonged negative stress injure and kill people slowly and secretively. The outcome, though, is the same.”

~  Tim Field

Updated 2/25/2020

Light Bulb Moment

How many times have you walked into a classroom and during the introductions an audience member stated:    “I don’t know why … (read more)