How Do You Deal With A Bully At Work?
Work bullies are typically insecure, and want to make you look small so they can look bigger. These situations can be very tricky, as you will look bad if you react the way you want to and they will win. Here’s how to keep your cool and fight the bully with level-headed tactics. Bullies like to put down their victims publically, so that they will respond in anger and look like the bad guy. The first thing to remember is to keep your cool no matter what. Practice keeping your cool in front of a mirror so that you have a credible poker face. Take a walk if you have to, and listen to calming music so that you are composed when you return. Try to anticipate what the bully will say, and practice some sharp yet funny comebacks in front of your mirror. Your goal is to take the brunt of the joke off yourself and throw it back to the bully. If your work is being unfairly criticized, rally support from those close to you who will promote your work. Do so quietly, yet effectively. If your bully d
