People in a team often stay silent because they don’t want to be the “odd one out.” They fear being judged by stronger personalities and end up following the aggressor’s lead. That’s why the first and most important step is not to fall under the bully’s influence or become part of their circle. If you’ve ever thought, “My team doesn’t like me, and I don’t know why,” — Читати далі...
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Forms of Workplace Bullying
Workplace bullying can take many forms — from subtle exclusion to open humiliation. Recognizing these behaviors is the first step toward protecting yourself and others. 🚫 1. Ignoring and Exclusion A colleague or a group of colleagues may: Not respond to greetings or questions; Exclude you from team events, casual meetups, or discussions; Fall silent when you Читати далі...
How to Identify Bullying
⚖️ Power Imbalance Aggression usually comes from someone with more authority or status than their target. This might be professional (a manager vs. an employee, a senior vs. a junior specialist) or psychological (a stronger personality targeting a more reserved one). 💔 Humiliation and Devaluation A bully’s goal isn’t to criticize your work — it’s to undermine your Читати далі...