It is often said that “it is very easy to misconstrue tone
and meaning in email”, and that is true because you get so many more non-verbal
cues from a face-to-face conversation (and even a traditional letter). That
being said, for some people, this anonymous ambiguity and the built excuses you
can use when you get caught, make email the perfect venue for their nefarious
activities.
Cyber-bullying is at an all time high, and that is shocking
considering how new the general use of email actually is. The bullies and
malcontents have caught on quick to this scheme.
Email makes these dregs of society seem like Superman, when
they are really the mild mannered Clark Kent. When confronted or caught, they
fold and wilt like dried flowers instantly, and sometime beg for forgiveness
like a little child.
Do not waste your time and energy on these people, but at the
same time they do need to be shut down because they can hurt those who are vulnerable
to this kind of behavior. Please encourage open dialogue and in person
communication when airing views, do not let unsubstantiated rumors and cyber
filth contaminate your space. Squash these people like the cockroaches they
are!
How do you deal with cyber-bullies at work? Please share
your thoughts and methods of clean up.
Dr Flavius A
B Akerele III
The ETeam
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