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    Combatting Bullying at Work: A widespread problem in the modern workplace
    Combatting Bullying at Work: A widespread problem in the modern workplace
    Combatting Bullying at Work: A widespread problem in the modern workplace
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    Combatting Bullying at Work: A widespread problem in the modern workplace

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    Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about beating bullying at work with this practical guide.

    Bullying at work can take many forms, from unreasonable pressure to snide comments to overt abuse. Unfortunately, this unpleasant behaviour is relatively widespread in the modern professional world and can leave victims feeling worthless and powerless. If you are in this situation, it is important to know that bullying is never your fault and that you do not have to suffer in silence; there are many steps you can take to protect yourself and ensure that you are treated with the respect you deserve.

    In 50 minutes you will be able to:
    • Identify the signs of bullying and know if you are being bullied at work
    • Take action against bullies and ensure that their actions do not go unchallenged
    • Find out what your rights are in cases of workplace bullying

    ABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | COACHING 
    The Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning. 
    LanguageEnglish
    Publisher50Minutes.com
    Release dateNov 3, 2017
    ISBN9782808000376
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      Combatting Bullying at Work - 50minutes

      Problem: how can you recognise bullying at work, guard against it and respond effectively if the need arises?

      Uses: as bullying is sadly a common occurrence in the world of work, it is useful to be able to forestall, identify and combat it.

      Professional context: work psychology, employment law, human resources.

      FAQs:

      How can I know for certain whether I am being bullied?

      How can I guard against bullying and defend myself if it happens to me?

      What should I do if I realise that one of my colleagues is being bullied?

      What should I do if a loved one tells me that they are being bullied?

      What is mobbing?

      Can bullying be organised?

      What are the risks associated with reporting bullying?

      What about harassment?

      You would be forgiven for thinking that insults, mockery, ostracism and public humiliation had been left behind on the playground and have no place in the world of work. However, these demeaning behaviours, which seek to rob victims of their dignity, are a fact of life for many workers. Anyone can be a victim of bullying, from freelancers to civil servants and from entry-level employees to senior managers, and this mistreatment can have serious consequences. But what can we do about it?

      Bullying is a problem that knows no borders, and you may already be

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