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How To Successfully Combat Workplace Bullying And Harassment To Foster A Safe Work Environment

Allwork

Proactive measures like nurturing a strong company culture and having clear policies and reporting systems are key in preventing and addressing workplace harassment, bullying, and violence. Toxic Workplaces: Breeding Grounds for Workplace Bullying Toxic workplaces are mostly characterized by infighting, intimidation, and gossip.

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2 Big Myths About Work You Need to Ditch

On The Job

Ninety-nine percent of companies have a policy that says you can’t give a letter of recommendation for an employee because it’s a liability and a risk if the employee doesn’t work out for the other employer,” Atkins says. I suggest everyone get their employee handbook out, and read carefully the company policy. Thanks, Karen.

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Answering Reader Mail: Being Terminated (Social Etiquette Part 2)

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

There were no rules against fraternization in our employee handbook and because the SVPs I supported often took their subordinates out for carousing and merriment, I went against her wishes. I’m sure you’ve realized while it’s common to have a lot of office politics, it is not fun to work in a gossip-filled environment.