Bullies and harassers groom (consciously or unconsciously)
Why is that a game changer?
Because knowledge is power, if you know the multiple ways in which they groom and how to respond appropriately, you’ll join the ranks of those who never get bullied or harassed at work or anywhere else!
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Respect should never be optional
A union member complained to me that their manager was always short with them when they asked a question. Considering that part of their job entailed asking this manager questions, it was becoming a big irritant. I suggested using: “I have asked you a perfectly reasonable question, to which I should be entitled to a…
Avoid being bullied in your first job, your dream job, or when promoted.
At the start of a career in something like TV, you’re keen, but you need to remember there are those who will exploit both how desperate you are to do well and your inexperience. Read your job spec before you start Typically, potential bullies will make fun of your qualifications and/or experience. Not standing your…
Why I created bully-proofing
Most people still think adult bullying starts with the abusive behaviour. It doesn’t. It starts with grooming, boundary testing – as bullies don’t want to pick on an assertive person by accident and get called out. They really are cowards – every bully I’ve either stood up to myself or who I’ve coached a member…
Deconstructing Weinstein via Melissa Thompson & Zelda Perkins
How to use what we’ve learnt about Weinstein to stop all sexual harassment at work.