Workplace Behavior: A Blog for Employees and Employers
January 14th, 2011Workplace Behavior is dedicated to providing free help and advice from professionals and real people.
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Just Why Are School Rules Stupid?
May 17th, 2012People say the strict school rules prepare us for the real world, for the laws. But school is usually much more strict than laws or the workplace. Here are some examples.
1. No running in the halls.
This one is stupid because I can’t run even when the hallways are crystal clear and I have a ton of space to run, no chance of tripping over other kids. What if the teacher released me late and I have to run? It’s better I run than be late, uh huh? And they say kids aren’t getting any physical activity. Hello, it’s because we’re being taught to never run. I don’t see police giving tickets to people for running to work, because “They might sue the city.”.
2. No using the bathroom during class
The bladder is a very unpredictable organ, one minute you don’t need to pee and the next minute it feels like a water balloon blowing up in your crotch. What if I couldn’t use the bathroom during switching time because there were bullies hanging out in there? Maybe I didn’t need to during the time, but I did during class. There’s a law that says workers are allowed to use the restroom during work.
3. No weapons whatsoever
This one is also understandable, but what if the kid in question was a just skin and bones skinny white nerd weakling wimp with muscular distrophy being targeted by bullies, he was far away from a teacher, and had to defend himself? Not possible.
Are the school people just having a power trip?
Employees Leaving Workplace Because It’s No Longer Prestigious ?
May 17th, 2012Employees have been leaving in dozens from our workplace
Boss can’t understand that he bullies people and made everyone leave for better opportunities
How to explain to boss that he has problems?
I want to leave too right now
Feels like being a mouse on the titanic
Workplace violence mitigated by emergency communications plan
May 16th, 2012By Matt Dunning With a well-organized, comprehensive emergency communications plan, mid-market companies can significantly reduce the risk of long-term physical, emotional and financial fallout resulting from a violent incident in the workplace, security and risk management experts say. Conversely, failing to develop communication protocols can inflict additional damage on a company. To bolster a company’s … Continue reading
Risk of violence in federal workplace examined
May 16th, 2012By Eric Yoder All federal government organizations are potentially at risk for workplace violence, not just those in high-crime areas or dealing with potentially violent members of the public, according to an agency studying the issue. The Merit Systems Protection Board has released preliminary findings of a study it launched after release of statistics showing … Continue reading
Workplace bullying: When HR is the target
May 16th, 2012By The HR Specialist Ever feel like you’re the unofficial “shock absorber” in your organization, soaking up the complaints and abuse from all corners of the workplace? A recent study says many HR professionals serve such a role—and they’re paying a heavy price for it. More than one-third of HR professionals say they’re bullied by … Continue reading
Beyond the Bully and the Bullied: Bullying Also Impacts the Mental Health of the “Bystanders”
May 12th, 2012Although not everyone may be a victim of bullying or a bully themselves, people oftentimes overlook the third person involved in a bullying situation: the witness or bystander. Research suggests that approximately two out of every three children have witnessed bullying, and with the advent of cyberbullying, that number continues to grow rapidly. The bystander … Continue reading
Survey Reveals how Employers Manage Workplace Violence Incidents
May 12th, 2012According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Survey Findings: Workplace Violence, published on February 29, 2012, more than one third of organizations reported that they have experienced violence or threats of violence in their organization. Therefore, it is critical that all employers understand the risks of workplace violence and potential responses to these … Continue reading
Workplace Violence and Personal Injury
May 12th, 2012Harassment and violence in the workplace is a form of abuse and bullying that goes largely unnoticed in this country. Despite the fact that it is not talked of often, the U.S. Department of Labor estimated that roughly 2,000,000 Americans are victims of workplace violence each year. However, not all incidents of workplace violence constitute … Continue reading
