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Recession blamed for workplace bullies
A dramatic increase in the number of workplace bullying incidents has been blamed on the pressures and tension arising from the global downturn.According to high performance coach and strategic…
Lawyers Weekly
A dramatic increase in the number of workplace bullying incidents has been blamed on the pressures and tension arising from the global downturn.
"It seems that many Australian workers are suffering a general decline in wellbeing and a dramatic increase in stress - leading to an increase in frustration, anxiety, anger, and of course, bullying," said Wilson.
The Australian Human Rights Commission estimates the cost of workplace bullying to the economy is between $6 - $36 billion a year. Wilson said that bullying essentially leads to decreased productivity, high staff turnover and an erosion of trust.
"Bullying - among other things - can cause an individual to suffer severe anxiety, stress, fear, lack of concentration and depression, with the overall workplace suffering irrevocable consequences as a result," he said.
"A culture that tolerates bullying will invariablyerode trust and loyalty throughout the workplace. A lack of trust ultimatelyprevents people from pursuing a common goal for the organisation, which isusually one of the most important motivators for staff."
