Harassment and Bullying at Work

Harassment and bullying at work are serious problems that, although not always recognized, have a destructive impact on employee well-being and organizational culture.

These are repeated actions that induce stress and feelings of helplessness in the victim.

Definition and Manifestations of Harassment

Harassment and bullying are defined as repeated behaviors, actions, and practices directed at one or more workers, which may be carried out deliberately or unconsciously, causing humiliation, offense, and distress.

They manifest themselves in various forms: Active and overt harassment: Involves obvious expressions of aggression, such as shouting, personal insults, or public humiliation.

Passive and covert harassment: This is more subtle and difficult to detect.

It includes making insulting comments with a smile, taking credit for others' work, or subjecting someone to excessive supervision.

Malice is the that differentiates bullying from strict management.

The Impact and the Solution

Bullying affects the entire organization, not just the victim.

Colleagues and family members also suffer the consequences of this toxic behavior.

Bullying relationships can occur between supervisors and subordinates (72% of cases), between peers (18%), and even upwards (10%).

The solution to this problem requires a zero-tolerance approach.

Employees must be aware of the behaviors that constitute bullying and know that it is not their fault if they are victims.

Employers have an obligation to educate and train their staff on this issue, create anti-bullying policies, and take action against bullies.

Zero tolerance improves staff satisfaction and retention, reduces com