Many US employees have experienced bullying in the workplace
As the workplace becomes post-industrial, we see bullying becoming a means to exert psychological prowess over co-workers rather than physical intimidation.
As the workplace becomes post-industrial, we see bullying becoming a means to exert psychological prowess over co-workers rather than physical intimidation.
“If we are to have peace on earth, our loyalties must become ecumenical rather than sectional. Our loyalties must transcend our race, our tribe, our class, and our nation; and this means we must develop a world perspective.”
To the everyday employee, the department of human resources seems a vague and unnecessary aspect of company protocol. Many see the department as a drain on company funds and a definitive example of grossly misplaced time and effort. However, human resource managers, CEO’s and company owners nationwide would vehemently disagree.
Whether most workers admit it or not, much time wasting occurs at work. From an employer’s perspective, if workers are being paid wages and doing things that are unrelated to their job – such as streaming video or checking their social media accounts – that’s the same as stealing.
Companies that don’t have a clearly defined policy that outlines call off procedures, tardiness, and early outs, it’s simply asking for trouble. People like to know where the boundaries are.