Egyptian Experience of the Workplace Bullying and its impact on worker productivity

Abstract

The article's general goals and particular objectives are to explore the experience of workplace bullying from a qualitative and descriptive standpoint. Finally, the combined findings are shown. Design/methodology/approach - The methodology of this paper is therefore to identify, via a phenomenological inquiry, the situation in the professional world in terms of workplace bullying. Findings - Phenomenological research is a strong qualitative research approach that seeks greater knowledge and insight into an individual's experience, thoughts, emotions, and worries about a certain topic. The phenomenological qualitative method considerably adds to the meaning of workplace bullying and demonstrates its richness when contrasted to the quantitative approach. Originality/value - To eliminate workplace discrimination and bullying, organizations must deal with it effectively wherever and wherever it happens. Workplace Bullying Definition

Keywords

• workplace
• Human Resources
• Social Sciences

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