Episode 7: Why Bullying Isn’t Illegal—And How to Protect Yourself

Workplace bullying ruins careers, crushes mental health, and often leaves employees feeling powerless. But here’s the shocking truth: in the UK, most workplace bullying isn’t even illegal—unless it crosses into harassment or discrimination.

In this episode, Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh dive deep into the legal gray areas of workplace bullying with UK employment lawyer Polly Rodway. They explore:

🔹 The legal definitions of bullying, harassment, and discrimination 🔹 When workplace bullying becomes a legal issue 🔹 Common mistakes employers make in handling complaints 🔹 What employees can do if HR fails them

If you’ve ever felt trapped in a toxic workplace, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to document, escalate, and take action—even when your company wants to keep things quiet.

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EPISODE 6. Quitting Time: How to Know When It’s Time to Go

Episode Overview:

Deciding whether to quit your job is one of the most difficult career decisions you’ll ever make. It’s not just about finding another opportunity—it’s about navigating self-doubt, workplace dynamics, and the emotional weight of leaving something familiar behind. In this episode of My Workplace Is Killing Me!, Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh tackle the complexities of quitting. Whether it’s toxic work environments, lack of career growth, or burnout, knowing when to walk away isn’t always clear-cut. We break down: ✅ The warning signs that indicate it might be time to leave ✅ The different types of quitting—quiet quitting, loud quitting, and even revenge quitting ✅ How workplace bullying and disengagement push employees to the edge ✅ 10 key questions to ask yourself before making a career move ✅ The hidden costs of staying in a job that no longer serves you You’ll also hear from Jayshree, a listener who was promoted to a leadership role only to face workplace bullying from her team. Now, she’s at a crossroads—should she fight for her position or walk away for the sake of her well-being? This episode is filled with real stories, research-backed insights, and expert advice to help you make an empowered decision about your future. 🎧 Listen now to find out: Is it really quitting time for you? 🔹 Follow us on Instagram: @MyWorkplaceIsKillingMe 🔹 Subscribe to our newsletter for more career insights 🔹 Got a workplace story to share? Send it to us at myworkplaceiskillingme.com

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Ever left a toxic job only to end up in another? You’re not alone.

In this episode, Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh uncover the warning signs job seekers should watch for before signing that contract. From vague job descriptions and high turnover rates to red flags in interviews, we break down the subtle (and not-so-subtle) clues that a workplace might be more toxic than it seems.

🔍 What you’ll learn in this episode:

✅ The biggest red flags to look for when job hunting

✅ Why workplace culture matters more than you think

✅ How to assess a company’s true values before accepting an offer

✅ Expert-backed strategies to protect your career and well-being

Through real stories, expert insights, and practical advice, we’ll help you spot the red flags before they turn into regret. Because finding the right job isn’t just about avoiding the bad—it’s about securing a workplace where you can thrive.

🔊 Tune in now and take control of your career!

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Are you feeling undermined, excluded, or walking on eggshells at work? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of My Workplace Is Killing Me!, Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh tackle the taboo topic of workplace bullying—specifically, how women experience and sometimes perpetuate toxic dynamics with other women.

"Did you know that women are 30% more likely to experience bullying at work than men? And when women bully, they target other women up to 70% of the time."

From understanding the cultural and systemic forces that fuel these behaviors to sharing Sarah’s heartbreaking story of exclusion and sabotage, this episode unpacks the harsh realities of "mean girl" tactics. But it’s not all doom and gloom—Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh offer practical, research-backed strategies for dealing with workplace bullies, setting boundaries, and fostering a culture of kindness.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Why women are disproportionately affected by workplace bullying.

• How subtle tactics like exclusion and gossip can derail careers.

• Practical tools for protecting your mental health, setting boundaries, and reclaiming your confidence.

If you’ve ever struggled with a toxic workplace or wondered how to navigate challenging dynamics, this episode is a must-listen. 🎧

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This season we are focusing on bullying and today we want to dive into a difficult topic, but one that is healthy to think about. How can you tell if you are the bully or if you are engaging in poor behaviours?

Bullying at work is often obvious when it’s happening to us, but it’s not always easy to recognize when we might be the ones causing harm. And here’s the thing, most people don’t think they’re the bully!

Poor behaviour is often a result of cultures, that tolerate it. If you think your behavior is a result of the environment you’re in, advocate for change. Push for a culture of respect and accountability. Sometimes the best way to stop being a bully is to make sure the whole workplace moves away from toxic norms.

Remember, none of us are perfect. The goal isn’t to feel ashamed if you realize you’ve made mistakes. It’s to learn from them and do better moving forward.

In today's episode we will dive into all aspects of what is deemed as poor behaviour within the workplace and how that can have a direct impact on your colleagues.

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Welcome to today’s episode, where we’re diving into a really tough challenge, a Gen Z employee dealing with workplace bullying. This story stood out to us because it’s something so many people in this generation are facing right now.

In coaching we always spend time up front trying to get clear on what the goal is, and in today’s story the person is wanting to understand how she can cope with the anxiety of her situation. A 2015 study examining all the research on this confirms that bullying leads to anxiety and depression which is no surprise.

Bullying creates chronic stress, and that stress activates the body’s “fight-or-flight” response. Normally, this response is great for short-term threats, but when bullying happens repeatedly, it keeps the stress response turned on, and that’s when anxiety starts to take root.

In this episode we will share useful advice around how this person can protect herself from the situation.

My Workplace Is Killing Me

In this episode, we will explore how to recognise when bullying is taking place within the workplace.

If you are confused as to whether you are experiencing bullying we discuss the research-backed steps for you to take:

• Keeping a log
• Seeking peer feedback
• Reflecting upon the emotional impact
• Checking behavior against the Behavior Against Bullying Criteria
• Making sure to support each other, if you see something, call it out.

You just want to have a plan for when, where and how you might leave. Even just having this can help make you feel more in control.

My Workplace Is Killing Me

Welcome to our new podcast! Each week, we share real stories from people around the world who have felt at one time or another that their workplace is killing them! As coaches we will share our insights as well as practical advice, and expertise to help you navigate workplace challenges.

Plus, we bring in the experts like psychologists, thought leaders, lawyers, and business experts to explore the big questions—like how we can advance our careers and find meaning in our work, fix broken workplace systems, tackle inequality and create environments where everyone can succeed.

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