2006-12-03 23:03:38 · 22 answers · asked by nachomanhulk 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
stand up for yourself, fight back - you'll feel so good about yourself if you do
2006-12-03 23:05:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't say who's doing the bullying. If it's your line manager, then go to see someone in your HR Department or Personnel Dept. If it's your fellow colleagues, then you need to ask for a meeting with your line manager. In either case, make sure that the meeting is put on record and that you sign whatever is recorded. You must make someone aware of what's going on and your complaint must be recorded. If management don't do something to curb this unpleasantness, and you feel so unhappy that you have no alternative but to leave your job, you would have a case for Constructive Dismissal. You do, however, have to have proof that they've been made aware of the problem and they, in turn, must have proof that they've taken steps to stop the problem. Bullying, whether at school, college, or in the workplace, is totally unacceptable and if you work for a reputable company, they should do all in their power to put a stop to it. Try to face up to this, because if you leave and go to another job, you may come up against this type of behaviour again - there's nearly always one bad apple in the barrel! Bullies need to be faced down, albeit sometimes through official channels - don't let yourself be a victim. Good luck.
2006-12-04 07:39:34 · answer #2 · answered by uknative 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This sounds terrible.
Are you off sick because of this bullying issue?
Firstly call up your employer and tell them, or email the highest manager possible or his secretary/PA. Address the email to the manager as 'private and confidential'. Make sure they know how you have been treated, tell them lots of details including specific incidents and names or perpetrators.
Suggest to them that you will to take them (the employer) to a tribunal over your treatment and their lack of response to these issues.
THIS MAY BE ENOUGH TO STOP THE BULLYING.
However If they go on to dismiss you, I would take proceedings anyway!
Rules of tribunals will mean you are protected from dismissal, financial or similar persecution and bad treatment afterwards.
If you are in a union, talk to your representative, or join a national trade union. They may help and give advice.
Employment laws are quite detailed in the UK, you may be able to take your employer to a tribunal if they have knowingly treated you badly.
Some workers subjected to proven bullying, have resulted gaining generous payouts from the stress and loss of earnings due to this.
I am not talking about 'no win no fee litigation', but taking proceedings through the government employee tribunal system.
http://www.employmenttribunals.gov.uk/
Your union representative could guide you through this.
Good luck.
2006-12-04 07:24:16 · answer #3 · answered by My name's MUD 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is an easy one. One of two things you can do... First, google online spy sites....places that have tiny cameras and audio recording devices and simply record yourself being bullied. Download onto a disc and send it to the person bullying you....informing them the next time something like this happens, a copy goes to the boss. Second, you can get letterhead from your company and write the bully a letter from an anonymous "boss" to them informing they are aware of their actions and unless it ceases appropriate action will take place. good luck, Jack
2006-12-04 07:08:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scared to go to work? - that is ridiculous in this day and age. Speak to your boss, manager, whatever it takes. Fight back. You like your job? You have a right to do a hard days work without the fear of threat of intimidation.
If you feel you MUST quit. Tell all before you leave and mention "constructive dismissal" IE you were forced to leave.
Best of luck, xxx.
2006-12-04 07:11:01 · answer #5 · answered by rainbowarrior73 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
speak to acas they will give u information on how to deal with this situation they are very help full and will tell you your rights you don't say how old you are i get the impression you are young stand up to whoever it is that is bullying you but go armed with all the facts and follow the correct procedure if they are found to be bullies they could end up getting into lots of trouble over this the telephone number for acas is08457474747 i have spoke to them many times good luck bullies make me so mad
2006-12-04 07:25:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Probably need a littl emore detail here... But you should tell a supervisor of the bullying, and if it is a supervisor that is doing it, tell his, or contact the dept of labor or local law enforcement for advice on how to specifically handle your situation
If all else fails,..... I'll lay em out for 50 bucks :)
2006-12-04 07:15:29 · answer #7 · answered by Z 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to have a good chat with your boss, no one should be victimised at work, this is childs play. i too was bullied at work and found the moment i stood up for myself was the moment i got respect. dont quit, you deserve to work like anyone else. this will be hard but if you can find the strength to deal with this now you will feel much better tomorrow. good luck xx
2006-12-04 07:07:02 · answer #8 · answered by louise 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Confront the peron or persons bullying you but get a friend to tape or ecord the conversation, then off to HR with you and get some cowards the sack. good luck let us know the outcome.
2006-12-04 11:52:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not let yourself get bullied! Learn to stand up for yourself. If you have to, file a complaint. Let the bullies know that their behavior will not be tolerated!
2006-12-04 07:23:34 · answer #10 · answered by ms.melancholy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try to remember that bullies are first and foremost cowards !! They tend to operate in packs for moral support. Pathetic behaviour
2006-12-04 07:09:45 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋