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<< Previous   of   Next >>   ADVERTISEMENT   CONTACT THE HERALD Mike Benbow, Business Editor benbow@heraldnet.com   Published: Thursday, July 2, 2009 Office bullies thrive in recession The recession is creating a blank check for office bullies, said Gary Namie, director of the Workplace Bullying Institute, an advocacy group. The "absolute control of an employer is more apparent in a recession," he said. His advice for those who feel harassed: n Understand that abusive behavior -- invading someone's space with intent to intimidate or calling the person names -- isn't just rude. "It's not inadvertent, it's not accidental," Namie said. n Build an economic case against the bully. Has there been high turnover or absenteeism? Is there low morale? Has productivity sagged due to a tense, inefficient atmosphere? n Look for another job. Getting away from the bully might be the easiest way to resolve the problem. The Associated Press READER COMMENTS Be the first to comment. You must be a registered user and verify your e-mail address to post comments to blogs or articles on HeraldNet. To register, click here. To read other terms and conditions, click here. Log out

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