The Power of Collective Courage
Bullies thrive in silence. They count on the fear that keeps people from speaking up, the bystanders who look the other way, and the systems that let their behavior slide. But here’s the truth: when people unite against them, bullies lose their power.?
Bullying isn’t just a problem for the direct target—it erodes the culture of an entire team, an organisation, a country or an established order. Bullies create fear, reduce psychological safety, and they stifle creativity.
The best cultures don’t tolerate bullying. They make it clear that power should be earned through respect, not intimidation. They recognise that speaking up isn’t about being difficult—it’s about protecting what’s right.?
Stopping bullies is everyone’s responsibility. It starts with having the courage to stand up for others, the integrity to challenge bad behavior, and the commitment to build environments where people can thrive without fear.?
A single voice might get dismissed. A united front changes the game.
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47 分钟前Excellent article—straight to the point and incredibly relevant at the moment. Thank you for this post!
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2 小时前Thank you Allan Freed for this well written article. I have been on the job market for two decades, and it’s the first time I’ve witnessed boldness on such sensitive and yet alarming topics. You got it perfectly right. It has been a healing reading ????
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2 小时前This resonates deeply. Young talent often faces an uphill battle — not due to lack of skill, but because outdated mindsets demand they 'pay their dues' instead of valuing their fresh perspectives. When cliques protect power instead of fostering growth, bullying thrives. It takes real courage to navigate and speak up. The best workplaces thrive on mutual learning, where respect is a given, not a reward for endurance.
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2 小时前Powerful and even more relevant when we are witnessing such behaviour on the international scene. It confirms that the bold courage lies to those that stand and inspire positive change, our continent has enough to be resilient to such bullish behaviour.