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Workplace psychological abuse is about power and control (think false accusations, exclusion, and job sabotage) that often result in anxiety, depression, PTSD, and even suicidal ideation. When we report abuse to HR or higher-ups, they typically ignore or retaliate against us as the toxic organization's goal is to avoid liability and position targets as the problem. This move adds to our betrayal trauma when those expected to help us and their organizations turn against us. Anti-discrimination law has been largely inadequate to help mistreated workers due to the need to prove intent. Yet workplace psychological abuse affects people of color and women at much higher rates because we operate in a system built on stereotypes to reinforce power. Workers can't always prove racism and sexism, but we can prove abuse.That's the loophole in the law to protect workers from abuse, even though focusing on behaviors would help people of color, women, and other workers who suffer from abuse of power.We've introduced the Workplace Psychological Safety Act (https://lnkd.in/eyRsgQPK) to hold employers accountable for abuse at work and to give more rights to workers, especially people of color and women. The bill gives targets legal recourse, goes after behaviors rather than discriminatory intent, gives employers realistic deadlines for addressing reported abuse, and requires employers to report rates of turnover, stress leave, and other data — so we can stop pretending these incidents are isolated and acknowledge the systemic discrimination and bias behind them.Take action:MA: https://bit.ly/3R7n5A2MD: https://bit.ly/3I8aucMNY: https://bit.ly/3De5Sz8OR: https://bit.ly/3ZZKVBQ

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We know men are often workplace bullying targets, and the statistics are quite alarming. Yet this abuse is rarely spoken about among men. Why is that?Join Matt Paknis, author of Successful Leaders Aren’t Bullies, for an ongoing men’s group discussion about workplace abuse.Participants will prioritize related topics to address their most pressing workplace abuse concerns.Every other Thursday, 7-8pmETParticipants will meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month via Google Meet.Register:https://lnkd.in/eM79f3UW

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When you interview, ask people you meet about the work culture through examples.

"I remember getting together with a dear friend months after leaving my job. He patiently listened to the same, familiar rant of how unjustly I’d been treated by those I’d trusted. As our time together came to a close, he very lovingly said to me, 'My friend, the sooner you put a period at the end of this chapter, the sooner you can start a new one.'”

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We're heard your requests for more chances to connect with other advocates and targets of workplace abuse.So we announce our first ever Networking Night so you can share your stories, feel validated, and connect with others in your state and beyond.Wednesday, May 29 at 6pmET over ZoomRegister to join us:https://lnkd.in/eUQViQS7

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Workers across the nation are fighting for an end to abuse of power and for a common sense baseline of human rights — for the ultimate goal of fairness, opportunity, and health. In this episode, I talk about 24 active workers' rights bills we need passed ASAP — and how you can take action to move the needle on how employers treat workers in the U.S.. https://lnkd.in/eq-wb3pJ#ScrewTheHierarchyGrab yourself a FREE copy of my Take Your Power Back Cheat Sheet to take your life back after abuse at work:https://lnkd.in/e2Gxuyjy

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When we suffer in toxic work environments, we often feel alone and fearful. We may not know who else has experienced abuse at our workplaces. And we may fear retaliation for speaking up (since the outcome is often more abuse).But speaking up collectively is what has the greatest chance of results. And going through the media (even anonymously) can give you your voice back your abuser took AND provide the accountability our legal system too often doesn't.I'm tapping into that collective power that has the most likelihood of getting reporters' attention — to get employers to change their ways.I'll contact reporters and/or hold a strike (based on options in your state) when at least three employees at one company report bullying and are willing to share their experiences, even anonymously.Fill out the form using the link below, and if at least two others from your company (current or former employees) do the same, I'll setup a Zoom call so we can come up with a game plan to expose the toxic work culture at minimal risk to you.Report your company for a toxic work culture:https://lnkd.in/eaywxjv2

Here's how bad it really is out there.

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We need a law.Employers are not explicitly liable for the psychological harm of their employees, nor do they want to be. Employers choose to avoid a perceived threat of liability over human well-being.The Workplace Psychological Safety Act takes that choice away and provides a cause of action for employees who suffer from psychological abuse at work.Sign the petition to pass the Workplace Psychological Safety Act:https://lnkd.in/esvFcTsA

LIVE BOOTCAMPS ARE BACK JANUARY 17. GRAB YOUR SPOT!Are you currently IN a toxic work environment wondering, “what can I do to stop this maddening injustice?”No matter what you do to fix the situation, there’s a giant target on your back. You go into work every day wondering what the next nightmare will be. Lying about you? Ignoring you? Taking away responsibilities?Meanwhile, the more you try to fix it, the worse it gets. You’re sick to your stomach and stressed out. You’re consumed with:❌ Figuring out how you can change to make the abuser happy (and realizing NOTHING is ever good enough — no matter how above and beyond you go)❌ Wondering what the abuser's saying behind your back (co-workers keep their distance from you, but you have no idea what to refute)❌ Ruminating about what you could’ve done differently to avoid the nonsense or to fight back (the scenarios seem endless, but you want to find clarity)❌ Wondering if what the abuser says about you is true (you know it’s not but are angry that people believe them and begin to question yourself)❌ Bouncing from figuring out how to confront the abuser to whether or not to speak up to HR or a higher-up to deciding if and when to leave — and never landing on a solution that feels rightForget trying to grow in your career. Forget having a plan. You’re just trying to make it through the day.What you REALLY want is to stand in your personal power. You want to put the wheels in motion to…✅ Get yourself where YOU want to be: killing it on a collaborative winning team you love, heading up your own business you’re passionate about, taking a break in a survival job to re-charge — whatever serves your soul✅ Know the truth behind what’s going on✅ Have a solid grasp on what you deserve✅ Use tools to understand and communicate your needs — because you’re the only part of the equation you can control✅ Feel in control of your life again (even on a bad day)✅ Know your values and purpose and sync them with all aspects of your life✅ And all of THAT means embracing YOU: feeling seen, knowing you matter, embracing the fun, and living life on YOUR terms.I’m talking giving life a big HECK YES. (Laughing again, here you come.)The goal is to take a big step to understanding how to now define yourself according to YOUR values.It’s time to make it happen so you can move forward and become the CEO of Your Life.Where will you be six months from now? Still feeling stuck or moving toward giving your gifts to the world and excited to wake up every morning?Schedule your free 30-minute complimentary session:https://lnkd.in/eP8qQkw8Take a bootcamp:https://lnkd.in/eHbsTg8