More on soundbite parenting -are you one? Some surprising types of bullying in offices...
At 10:10 AM this morning I'm talking to Ingrid who presents the morning programme today at BBC radio Newcastle about soundbite parenting. I mentioned this yesterday on my little blog. It's something all of us parents need to be aware of! Do listen in online to our discussion as she's also going to have other guests over the hour.
As it's anti-bullying week [and month in some quarters] I've written an article about five types of bullying personalities/profiles you might come across in the office. Do check my MSN UK article because it's surprising the sorts of behaviours you might come across.
As with any bullying if you can try and put your foot down right from the start you have a better chance of showing the person you won't tolerate it.
The thing is bullying can be quite subtle - and if you checkout these different profiles it might open your eyes to the sorts of things people come across in don't quite know how to handle. Basically it's bullying just in a different disguise!
TODAY’S TIP: Definitely don't turn a blind eye to anyone else who might be bullied in your office by another colleague. We all need to take responsibility for standing up to bullies.
Someone once tried to bully me in an office and I just kept telling them they couldn't talk to me in that way. Eventually they got the message.
But if you're feeling fragile you don't have to take this on your own so definitely get help where you can - friendly colleagues, family, friends and of course reporting the bully.
Happy Tuesday, Pamx