Workplace bullying among managers: a multifactorial perspective and understanding
J Antonio Ariza-Montes1, Noel M Muniz R2, Antonio L Leal-Rodríguez3
1Universidad Loyola Andalucía, C/Escritor Castilla Aguayo, 4, Córdoba 14004, Spain. ariza@etea.com.
Summary
Workplace bullying is more likely for female managers with young children at home, and those working night shifts or experiencing work stress. Increasing job resources and limiting demands can help reduce bullying.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Sociology of Work
- Management Studies
Background:
- Workplace bullying is a significant issue affecting managers, who are often in positions of power.
- Understanding the factors contributing to bullying from the perspective of the bullied manager is crucial for intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate individual, organizational, and contextual factors influencing workplace bullying among managers.
- To identify specific risk factors associated with managers experiencing bullying.
Main Methods:
- Utilized binary logistic regression analysis.
- Employed data from a sample of 661 managers from the 5th European Working Conditions Survey (2010).
Main Results:
- Female managers with children under 15 at home reported higher rates of bullying.
- Managers working night shifts, on shift systems, experiencing work stress, low job satisfaction, and limited promotion opportunities were more likely to be bullied.
Conclusions:
- Workplace bullying can be mitigated by reducing job demands and increasing job resources.
- Findings can inform organizational strategies to improve social relationships and reduce bullying among managers.
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