Bullying in the workplace is a problem.
No, I’m not kidding. Bullying is not just for junior and senior high. John Philips notes that we should expect legislation on workplace bullying in the near future because of the pervasive nature of the problem. The trend has begun in Wisconsin (starting with the schools).
The reality is that (1) bullying hurts morale and productivity and (2) there is a likelihood it could cost your company dearly now and in the future. As with most business legal matters, prevention is preferable to cure - lesson: if you know you have a bully (or are one), act now.
March 29th, 2008 at 2:02 pm
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