Bullying is rampant in public sector organizations where veteran senior managers stubbornly refuse to acknowledge that routine mistreatment undermines the public service mission. Tolerance for unconscionable behavior impairs retention and recruitment for government positions. The risks associated with bullying rise with strained budgets undercutting public services. Though there is no profit lost, tangible losses from preventable turnover, absenteeism, and litigation occur.

Despite the stereotype of rigid bureaucratic hierarchies in government, several government Work Doctor clients have been among the earliest adopters. They have boldly pursued ways to stop the bullying in the ranks. And government unions are among the most familiar unions with anti-bullying programs.

Watch this May 2011 TV report about Norfolk, Virginia city efforts to stop workplace bullying.

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