This post will identify types of bullies who exist. As you watch the video start to think if you may have a bullying issue at work.
Types of Bullies
- The Screaming Mimi or Verbal Bully:
He or she screams or throws things. Words hurt and the bully humiliates the target. - The Constant Critic:
He or she tells everyone how incompetent the target is at work…usually behind the target’s back. This can lead to career destruction for the target if leaders don’t know how to control the situation. - The 2 Headed Snake Bully:
Destroys the target with rumors. - The Gatekeeper Bully:
Withholds resources necessary for targets to succeed. - The Sadistic or Narcissist Bully
Lacks empathy towards others. - The Physical Bully:
Actually hits the target or tables in a violent way. - The Serial Bully:
He or she seems charming while the target is looked upon as a pathetic victim. - The Group Bully:
He or she likes being part of the gang of “mean boys and girls” like in high school.
Do Any of These Bullies Sound Familiar?
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Wendy Edelman says
Thanks for sharing on this topic Joyce. I have actually witnessed the constant critic bully but did not realize what it was at the time. This bully went behind my back and tried to rip apart an initiative I wanted to begin. It initially caused tension between me and my team, but eventually we got thru it. I did confront this bully head on and let them know that I did not appreciate this tactic and it was not good for my team or the company. Disagreement and debate is great, but not when it is done maliciously or behind people’s back.
Joyce Weiss says
Wendy, your approach is what I’m talking about! Direct and Respectful. Many times we don’t even realize that a bully took advantage of us until later on.
I’m glad that you recognized the critic bully from the descriptions in the blog. How did the Bully respond to your direct and respectful approach? Many times TRUE Bullies react with rage. At times communication works and at times it doesn’t. I find that many of my clients fear approaching bullies since the situation could even become worse. So, it’s your turn to tell me how he reacted. Thanks for responding!