Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's question about dealing with a difficult boss who belittles a new team member. She emphasizes the importance of documenting such behavior, understanding workplace policies, and knowing employee rights. Christa provides actionable steps for reporting misconduct and highlights various resources available for employees facing workplace bullying. (she also thanks the listener and teammates for looking after a co-worker)
Key Takeaways
• Most people aren't prepared to become a manager.
• Bad behavior in the workplace is often excused and frequently tolerated.
• Documenting behavior is crucial for addressing bad workplace behaviors.
• Understanding laws related to workplace bullying is essential.
• Support systems exist for employees facing difficult bosses.
• Resources can help navigate workplace dynamics effectively.
• It's important to stand up for coworkers facing bullying.
Additional Resources
Ginny Clarke. (2024, December 9). Got a Workplace Bully? Here’s How to Fight Back (Professionally, of course) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3xfMWIl9Sc
Harassment - FAQs. (n.d.). U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/youth/harassment-faqs
How to Report Workplace Harassment Incidents - Project WHEN. (2021, September 10). Project WHEN. https://projectwhen.org/resources/how-to-report-workplace-harassment-incidents
Iq, C. (2025, January 2). 10 Clear signs your manager might be a workplace bully (And How to Respond). Case IQ. https://www.caseiq.com/resources/10-signs-that-one-of-your-managers-is-a-workplace-bully
Video Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Workplace Challenges
00:32 Call to Action – Support Ask Christa! as a free resource!
01:01 Listener Question
01:58 Policies, policies, policies. Laws, laws, laws.
03:47 Report, report, report.
05:18 Reporting Hotlines Are Not Part of Your Company
06:34 Additional Resources
08:11 Wrap Up & Submitting Your Question
08:49 Booking & Contact Information
Keywords
workplace bullying, difficult bosses, HR reporting, employee rights, workplace dynamics, management issues, anti-harassment policies, workplace support, employee resources, workplace culture
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