There is an awful reality in workplaces that is becoming increasingly more common. Sadly, most childhood bullies never change – and end up bullying their coworkers and subordinates. It is one thing to have an annoying, micromanaging boss, but it is a serious matter when that same boss verbally attacks you or constantly sabotages you from being promoted or starts rumors about you at your place of work. The workplace should not be like the schoolyard, where bullies bother younger and smaller children because they like the attention and control.
Types of Workplace Bullying
Being bullied at work causes stress and can result in depression and being forced to leave the job, even if you like it there. A bully can be anyone – a coworker, a nasty boss, or even those in corporate that occasionally check up on you can become controlling, aggressive, and just plain mean. Sadly, the bullies that you grew up with in school never change and never learn to deal with their problems. They turn their inner anger and depression into aggressive verbal and nonverbal behavior and choose anyone to personally attack. What if that person becomes you? There are a number of things to look out for in these bullies that are similar to Big Johnny’s childish behavior at recess.
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