The HR Investigations Podcast

How is Hostile Work Environment Harassment Different than Bullying


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In today’s episode we focus on an issue that comes up a great deal in employee relations’ issues. Often, employees use the “buzzwords” hostile work environment without actually understanding the true definition. And, employees will often allege that they are being bullied in the workplace. In this podcast episode it is discuss how hostile work environment harassment is different than bullying in the workplace. Additionally, what to do when allegations of hostile work environment haven’t been substantiated—but allegations of bullying have been substantiated.

In this episode, we examine:

  • Different types of bullying behaviors
  • Why bullies engage in bullying misconduct
  • The key differences between hostile work environment harassment and bullying
  • Unlawful conduct based on a protected characteristic vs. lawful conduct such as bullying
  • How to address disciplinary action in a case in which bullying has been substantiated
  • Connect with The HR Investigations Podcast

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  • Check out Natalie's book ‘How to Conduct Internal Investigations: A Practical Guide for Human Resource Professionals’ here: https://tinyurl.com/y39s7n77 
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