workplace bullying
-
When to Snitch on a Coworker (and When Not To)
Deciding whether to squeal on a colleague is not something to take lightly. In the best situation, it could protect you, others, or the company from an employee’s wrongdoing. You could come out looking like a hero if the circumstances are right. But, more often than not, it will likely lead to little change, possibly…
-
Workplace Bullying: Why Most People Do Nothing When They Witness It and How to Take Action
Imagine that you are at work, and you witness a colleague repeatedly bullying another colleague. What would you do? While many of us like to think that we would interfere to stop it, surveys show that most employees who witness bullying situations, known as bystanders, do not respond in ways that would help the victim.…
-
Welcome To Your First Job: Expect To Be Underpaid, Exploited Or Harassed
2A teenager’s first job can be deeply rewarding, a step towards independence and building skills. But that job may also involve an early taste of exploitative workplace behaviours, including abuse, bullying and harassment.
