Bullying in the workplace: How HR practice can be improved. Issue 4 (12th June 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Is Part Of: Human resource management international digest. Volume 25:Issue 4(2017)
• Page Start: 16
• Page End: 18
• Publication Date: 2017-06-12
• Subjects: Workplace bullying -- Human resources -- Organizational culture -- Complaints; Personnel management -- Periodicals; 658.3124
• DOI: 10.1108/HRMID-04-2017-0067
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0967-0734

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach: This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings: A firm's human resources (HR) department has a significant responsibility with regard to providing the workplace with a positive environment. Such a clearly demanding task becomes more difficult still when incidents of bullying occur. The damaging effects of workplace bullying are often widespread. Victims obviously bear most of the brunt. But negative consequences do not stop there. The risk of harm to witnesses can be considerable. And as hostility, tension and unease take hold, organizational performance will suffer accordingly. This makes it even more imperative for HR personnel (HRP) to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Decisive action will reduce the possibility of such future instances. However, the trouble is that the HRP remain uncertain of the best approach to tackle accusations of workplace bullying. Practical implications: The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations. Originality/value: The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.