Workplace bullying and mobbing has become a very HOT topic in resent years. Most of the focus has been about bullying in our schools, however, in the workplace adults can be subjected to bullying as well. One of the most extreme forms of bullying in our workplaces today is Mobbing and when you become a target of such cruelty it can lead to significant consequences.
Important facts about Workplace bullying you need to know. In general, workplace bullying refers to being intentionally singled out for the sole purpose of intimidating, threatening and/or embarrassing the target. In most cases, workplace bullying comes from a boss or supervisor, because workplace bullying can be defined as an imbalance of power between the bully and the bullied.
Some specific examples of how workplace bullying can occur, but not limited to:
* Verbally abusing others at work by yelling and/or swearing at them, ect.
*Intentionally excluding a certain employee or employees from office meetings, activities and ect.
*Specifically and intentionally singling out certain employee or employees for unjust and unreasonable criticism, for no other reason than to demean, belittle and to embarrass the workers for the bully's pleasure.
*To Intentionally slander and discredit the employee or employees character, so that their value is lessened in the eyes of the company.
Workplace bullying impacts more than 1 in 3 workers.. while this is alarming, over 60% have reportedly been the targets and/or witnesses of workplace bullying and mobbing. About 1 in 5 instances of workplace bullying qualifies as harrassment.
So what can be done? Why me? Should you report this abusive behavior to HR? Afraid to speak up and possibly lose your job?
Do you get physically ill before going to work? How can you save your job and come out on top? You know that you will have to document everyday, but what is the correct way, so that these documents are in legal form? How to BE prepared to report to HR and all the TRICK questions that they will ask?
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14 Experts on Workplace Bullying and Mobbing have put together to guide you through this very dangerous form of abuse that plagues you and your family. Our ebooks can literally save your career and life. Hundreds and hundred of targets just like you have sent us stories of successfully overcoming workplace bullying and learning to recover and move forward with your life.
Here are just a few Reader Reviews;
Important facts about Workplace bullying you need to know. In general, workplace bullying refers to being intentionally singled out for the sole purpose of intimidating, threatening and/or embarrassing the target. In most cases, workplace bullying comes from a boss or supervisor, because workplace bullying can be defined as an imbalance of power between the bully and the bullied.
Some specific examples of how workplace bullying can occur, but not limited to:
* Verbally abusing others at work by yelling and/or swearing at them, ect.
*Intentionally excluding a certain employee or employees from office meetings, activities and ect.
*Specifically and intentionally singling out certain employee or employees for unjust and unreasonable criticism, for no other reason than to demean, belittle and to embarrass the workers for the bully's pleasure.
*To Intentionally slander and discredit the employee or employees character, so that their value is lessened in the eyes of the company.
Workplace bullying impacts more than 1 in 3 workers.. while this is alarming, over 60% have reportedly been the targets and/or witnesses of workplace bullying and mobbing. About 1 in 5 instances of workplace bullying qualifies as harrassment.
So what can be done? Why me? Should you report this abusive behavior to HR? Afraid to speak up and possibly lose your job?
Do you get physically ill before going to work? How can you save your job and come out on top? You know that you will have to document everyday, but what is the correct way, so that these documents are in legal form? How to BE prepared to report to HR and all the TRICK questions that they will ask?
No Worries! We Got You Covered!
14 Experts on Workplace Bullying and Mobbing have put together to guide you through this very dangerous form of abuse that plagues you and your family. Our ebooks can literally save your career and life. Hundreds and hundred of targets just like you have sent us stories of successfully overcoming workplace bullying and learning to recover and move forward with your life.
Here are just a few Reader Reviews;
READER REVIEW>>>I just purchased your book last night and I am learning
so much, even in the first pages. It was worth the $ I spent. I hope to learn
how to deal with the nonsense that is going on at my job right now, that the
owners clearly don't want to deal with.
READER REVIEW>>>>>Just wanted to let you know I had my second deposition
in my work comp case and your book helped me so much. The HR lady showed up as
she did for the 1st depo with lots of plots and stories to make me look like I
was the one who caused the problems and was a liar. I calmly and truthfully
answered each question and blew up her plans and stories. After reading your
book I was not intimidated as I was in the first deposition. My lawyer said it
was one of the best depositions he's been in and he has been in practice a very
long time. Thank you so much for writing your book. Realizing it was not me,
that I was the victim of mobbing and that HR was not my friend empowered me and
helped me so much. Seems the gossip at work about me must have been in full
force because they brought up some ludicrous things to make me look bad.
Ironically in all actuality I have in the end the power over them. I find that
very funny. Karma. My lawyer is feeling very positive about a very good
settlement after this deposition. I already feel as though I have won on
principle alone... although I don't think they will ever get it and they will
continue to treat others the same way they treated me. Very sad. At least I'm
out of there now. Thank God. Thanks Again... I have referred your book to others
and will continue to do so. God bless you for writing it. I know it was God that
led me to your FB page.
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in my work comp case and your book helped me so much. The HR lady showed up as
she did for the 1st depo with lots of plots and stories to make me look like I
was the one who caused the problems and was a liar. I calmly and truthfully
answered each question and blew up her plans and stories. After reading your
book I was not intimidated as I was in the first deposition. My lawyer said it
was one of the best depositions he's been in and he has been in practice a very
long time. Thank you so much for writing your book. Realizing it was not me,
that I was the victim of mobbing and that HR was not my friend empowered me and
helped me so much. Seems the gossip at work about me must have been in full
force because they brought up some ludicrous things to make me look bad.
Ironically in all actuality I have in the end the power over them. I find that
very funny. Karma. My lawyer is feeling very positive about a very good
settlement after this deposition. I already feel as though I have won on
principle alone... although I don't think they will ever get it and they will
continue to treat others the same way they treated me. Very sad. At least I'm
out of there now. Thank God. Thanks Again... I have referred your book to others
and will continue to do so. God bless you for writing it. I know it was God that
led me to your FB page.
www.facebook.com/workplacebullyingsolutioncenter
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"Bullying cannot be defended on any reasonable grounds: it’s expensive; it
creates turnover of the best and brightest; it impairs productivity; it damages
employee health; it reinforces a workplace culture of destruction; it tarnishes
an employer’s good reputation; and it lowers everyone’s quality of life and well
being."
Learning to recognize bullying will help you learn not to blame yourself for someone else’s behavior. Additionally, you will be less likely to take responsibility for something that isn’t your fault. Remember, bullying doesn’t mean there is something wrong with you. Instead, bullying is a choice that is made by the bully.
Do I have any legal rights????
“Workplace bullying” is a term that has been coined recently to describe certain forms of unacceptable behavior in the workplace. It usually involves verbal misconduct such as teasing or name-calling. Workplace bullying is usually associated with harassment claims.
Workplace bullying may occur between employees, or between an employer and their employee. In situations, the “bully” is often an employer or supervisor who misuses their authority to obtain personal gain from co-worker of lower rank.
What Types of Behavior Can Be Considered as Workplace Bullying?
Workplace bullying can take many forms, but most claims involve one or more of the following types of behavior:
•Any form of teasing, name-calling, degrading, taunting
•The use of threats, intimidation, or other behavior
•Using one’s position to obtain favors, etc.
•Taking advantage of a person’s fear of reporting misconduct (as in, “If you report this, I will fire you”)
Are There Any Legal Remedies for Workplace Bullying?
One of the main problems with workplace bullying is that it often goes unreported over long periods of time. This is because many employees do not want to risk losing their job on account of reporting incidents of bullying. However, it is important that you inform your employer or HR department if the bullying creates problems in your workplace.
Some legal remedies for workplace bullying may include:
•Having the “bully” reprimanded or disciplined for their actions
•Recovering damages for emotional distress
•Requiring the employer to institute new company policies
•If the bullying has caused a loss of job or lost wages, you may be able to get your job back, plus back pay
Workplace bullying is most often filed as a harassment claim, especially if the bullying involves sexual harassment. Also, it may be possible to file the claim under anti-discrimination laws. Employment discrimination issues may come into play if the bullying is aimed at the person’s membership in a protected category (i.e., race, age, sex, etc.). Finally, workplace bullying can also be included in a lawsuit for hostile work environment.
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Workplace Bullying Claim?
Workplace bullying is definitely a problem and should be reported promptly. If you need legal advice regarding bullying in the workplace, you may wish to present your case to an experienced employment lawyer. Your attorney can provide you with valuable input and can represent you if a lawsuit becomes necessary. You may wish to document any incidents and witness accounts in a written report.
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A landmark book that blazed light on one of the business world's dirtiest secrets, The Bully at Work exposed the destructive, silent epidemic of workplace bullying that devastates the lives, careers, and families of millions. In this completely updated new edition based on an updated survey of workplace issues, the authors explore new grounds of bullying in the 21st century workplace.
Gary and Ruth Namie, pioneers of the Campaign Against Workplace Bullying, teach the reader personal strategies to identify allies, build their confidence, and stand up to the tormentor - or decide when to walk away with their sanity and dignity intact.
The Namies' expertise on workplace bullying has been featured in such media outlets as The Early Show, CBS Radio, The Howard Stern Show, CNN, PBS, NPR, USA Today, and theWashington Post.
"This is the best book on what workplace bullies do and how to stop them in their tracks. The Namie's remarkably useful and concrete advice has helped millions of people, and The Bully at Work will spread their tried-and-true wisdom to millions more."
Gary and Ruth Namie, pioneers of the Campaign Against Workplace Bullying, teach the reader personal strategies to identify allies, build their confidence, and stand up to the tormentor - or decide when to walk away with their sanity and dignity intact.
The Namies' expertise on workplace bullying has been featured in such media outlets as The Early Show, CBS Radio, The Howard Stern Show, CNN, PBS, NPR, USA Today, and theWashington Post.
"This is the best book on what workplace bullies do and how to stop them in their tracks. The Namie's remarkably useful and concrete advice has helped millions of people, and The Bully at Work will spread their tried-and-true wisdom to millions more."
What is Workplace Bullying?
Dr. Gary Namie, Director of the Workplace Bullying Institute calls workplace bullying a “systematic, laser-focused campaign of interpersonal destruction” with the intent of undermining the careers of coworkers whom the workplace bully perceives as a threat.
Dr. Namie stated that conflict resolution is ineffective in dealing with workplace bullies.
“It’s not conflict,” Namie said. He claimed the bully’s world view affects behavior, and, therefore, bullies will not change from a conflict resolution process. “Solutions have to involve making a person healthy.”
Workplace bullying includes the repeated practice by one or more coworkers of behaviors such as:
•Verbal abuse.
•Offensive conduct/behaviors (including nonverbal) which are threatening, humiliating or intimidating
•Work interference – sabotage – which prevents work from getting done.http://www.govdocs.com/free-workplace-bullying-policy-and-u-s-employment-law/
Help for Bullied Targets from WBI: The 1.5 hr. DVD — (FB-SWB)
Advice for bullied individuals and their families from the staff of the Workplace Bullying Institute that has been proven to help bullied individuals regardless of the stage of their horrific experience.
http://www.bullybusters.org/product/target-video-fb/
Dr. Gary Namie, Director of the Workplace Bullying Institute calls workplace bullying a “systematic, laser-focused campaign of interpersonal destruction” with the intent of undermining the careers of coworkers whom the workplace bully perceives as a threat.
Dr. Namie stated that conflict resolution is ineffective in dealing with workplace bullies.
“It’s not conflict,” Namie said. He claimed the bully’s world view affects behavior, and, therefore, bullies will not change from a conflict resolution process. “Solutions have to involve making a person healthy.”
Workplace bullying includes the repeated practice by one or more coworkers of behaviors such as:
•Verbal abuse.
•Offensive conduct/behaviors (including nonverbal) which are threatening, humiliating or intimidating
•Work interference – sabotage – which prevents work from getting done.http://www.govdocs.com/free-workplace-bullying-policy-and-u-s-employment-law/
Help for Bullied Targets from WBI: The 1.5 hr. DVD — (FB-SWB)
Advice for bullied individuals and their families from the staff of the Workplace Bullying Institute that has been proven to help bullied individuals regardless of the stage of their horrific experience.
http://www.bullybusters.org/product/target-video-fb/
Stop Workplace Bullies
Companies may provide a sense of scarce resources where employees feel they have to fight for perquisites and promotions. A weak, poorly managed organization may provide the aggressor with opportunities to target an individual. But why would normal, usually well-meaning people, join in with a mobbing instigator? One explanation is the element of groupthink: people want to feel a sense of group solidarity and inclusion. Poor communication lines or loose organizational structure may allow people to ignore aggressive incidents or deny that they have occurred. Lastly, fear can be a major factor: co-workers who witness the humiliating, demoralizing treatment the mobbing victim undergoes may feel that going along is the only way to avoid becoming a target as well.
The Older Workers
Benefit Protection Act
Passed in 1990, is to make it clearly
illegal:
a. to use an employee's age as the basis for discrimination in
benefits, and
b. for companies to target older workers for staff-cutting
programs
Large corporation that wanted to reduce their payroll costs,
would have older workers sign wavers. Simply because they have been with the
company a long time typically
cost more in salary and benefits than younger workers, most staff-cutting
programs were directed at older workers. But cutting only older workers
constitutes illegal age discrimination, so companies commonly induced the older
workers to sign away their rights to sue their former employers. For more
information about your Rights at Work click below.
The laws that protect
you in the workplace explained in one easy-to-read guide! Your Rights in the
Workplace is the most complete handbook on workplace laws ever published -- it's
a must-have for every employee. Your Rights in the Workplace covers & nbsp;
everything from rules for hiring and getting paid through losing a job and
unemployment benefits -- all in plain English. Get the facts on: illegal firings
and layoffs challenging a job loss wages and hours privacy on your email and
voice mail family and medical leave on-the-job safety and health
insurance and retirement plans workplace testing sexual harassment
discrimination unemployment, disability and workers' compensation
insurance!
The Older Workers
Benefit Protection Act
Passed in 1990, is to make it clearly
illegal:
a. to use an employee's age as the basis for discrimination in
benefits, and
b. for companies to target older workers for staff-cutting
programs
Large corporation that wanted to reduce their payroll costs,
would have older workers sign wavers. Simply because they have been with the
company a long time typically
cost more in salary and benefits than younger workers, most staff-cutting
programs were directed at older workers. But cutting only older workers
constitutes illegal age discrimination, so companies commonly induced the older
workers to sign away their rights to sue their former employers. For more
information about your Rights at Work click below.
The laws that protect
you in the workplace explained in one easy-to-read guide! Your Rights in the
Workplace is the most complete handbook on workplace laws ever published -- it's
a must-have for every employee. Your Rights in the Workplace covers & nbsp;
everything from rules for hiring and getting paid through losing a job and
unemployment benefits -- all in plain English. Get the facts on: illegal firings
and layoffs challenging a job loss wages and hours privacy on your email and
voice mail family and medical leave on-the-job safety and health
insurance and retirement plans workplace testing sexual harassment
discrimination unemployment, disability and workers' compensation
insurance!
The book explores a variety of explanatory models and presents available empirical evidence that sheds light on where, when, and why bullying develops. It contains a wide range of contributions on the possible remedies for prevention and minimization of the problem for management when it occurs, and for healing the wounds and scars it may have left on those exposed.