How to deal with bullies at work
DEIDRE SAYS: Around 23 per cent of the British workforce have been bullied at work, but despite this, many still have questions on how to cope with this behaviour.
Bullying is when one or more people physically or emotionally hurt someone else.
People tend to bully others because they actually dislike things about themselves.
They’ll pick up on anything which they think makes them look big and you look small, usually because they’re jealous.
So what’s the with bullies at work?
- Give the impression that you’re not bothered
Don’t give the impression that you’re intimidated or upset - bullies love to get a reaction, and so once they know you’re not bothered, they may leave you alone.
You can also send a private message on the Facebook page.
- Distance yourself
Avoid any extra contact with the person, as this will lower the number of opportunities for bullying.
Talk to your line manager about working on other projects, or in collaboration with other teams.
- Talk About It
If a co-worker says or does something that upsets you, if you feel you can, tell them. But do it privately, and avoid being confrontational.
More information is available in our Are You Being Bullied? support pack.
Whatever your worry, you’re not alone. The Dear Deidre team will be able to recommend your best next steps to help get your life back on track.
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