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A Bully's Visible Behavior Traits

Most people are blind to the various behavior traits of a workplace bully. Not surprising, since a bully is an expert at disguising his bullying behaviors with more socially acceptable, and even admired, qualities.

But with a trained eye, you can identify behavior traits that will reveal a bully. Often it will be a pattern of behavior that tips you off rather than an isolated action.

If you recognize a bully early, you will be better prepared to fight back before he inflicts too much damage on you and others.

A Bully's 12 Visible Behavior Traits
1. Tests you
2. Controls you
3. Highly ambitious
4. Overly confident
5. Strong-willed
6. Argumentative
7. Judgmental
8. Highly critical
9. Character assassin
10. Vengeful
11. Aggressive speech patterns
12. Aggressive body language


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