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From Publishers Weekly
Inspired by her own
experience with a workplace bully, Futterman (Self-Defense for Men
and Women) describes in familiar detail the emotions, actions and
toll on life that an overbearing boss can take. She explains how
to spot the signs of bullying, distinguish between a bully and a
negative manager, and understand how serious it is-"Of those
targeted by bullies, 41 percent were diagnosed with depression and
more than 80 percent reported effects that prevented them from
being effective at work (severe anxiety, lost concentration,
sleeplessness, etc.)." She provides suggestions for dealing
with bullies, addresses cases in which legal action might be in
order and offers realistic advice for preparing to leave a job,
noting that "leaving your job without another one waiting is
stressful...but if you don't take a deep breath, marshal your
forces and do what it takes to move forward, you're likely to
regret it later." The tone of the book is appropriate-neither
overly sensitive nor dismissive. Anecdotes from victims of
workplace bullying underscore the author's points, illustrate
bullies' traits and create a framework of support for the reader.
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