What is workplace bullying, and how does it differ from being assertive or aggressive in the workplace?
The big difference is that it is a sustained process. For example, you may have a bad day and act out against subordinates or peers. But that’s not bullying you’re just in a bad mood on a particular day and may become too aggressive. Bullying is a prolonged and sustained display of hostile behaviors, such as demeaning employees, belittling people and undermining others on an ongoing basis. It’s not a one-time event but something that goes on for a while. Research has shown that when someone is bullied at work, that person is more likely to bully others. Therefore, the behavior of bully bosses can lead to a spiral of incivility that spreads throughout the organization. This spiral of incivility can even make its way to the employee’s home. What are the drivers of bullying? While the research has demonstrated that perceptions of unfairness or stress can lead to bullying, the biggest drivers are the culture, values and systems that are in place at work. It may be fine for some companies t
The big difference is that it is a sustained process. For example, you may have a bad day and act out against subordinates or peers. But that’s not bullying — you’re just in a bad mood on a particular day and may become too aggressive. Bullying is a prolonged and sustained display of hostile behaviors, such as demeaning employees, belittling people and undermining others on an ongoing basis. It’s not a one-time event but something that goes on for a while. Research has shown that when someone is bullied at work, that person is more likely to bully others. Therefore, the behavior of bully bosses can lead to a spiral of incivility that spreads throughout the organization. This spiral of incivility can even make its way to the employee’s home. What are the drivers of bullying? While the research has demonstrated that perceptions of unfairness or stress can lead to bullying, the biggest drivers are the culture, values and systems that are in place at work. It may be fine for some companies
