| 02.06.2025
Blog: Active leadership and performance-focused HR management reduce the risk of workplace bullying
There is a perception that Human Resource Management (HRM), which focuses on improving employee performance and engagement, fosters increased competition among colleagues and creates an environment where bullying can thrive. However, our research shows the opposite, writes Hanken Professor Denise Salin in a new blog post (in Swedish).
HRM practices aimed at high performance and engagement reduce the risk of bullying primarily by decreasing role conflicts, increasing perceived fairness, and lowering perceived job demands. This is achieved by providing employees with greater influence, resources, and knowledge to help them meet expectations. Greater autonomy, better access to information, and higher job security are particularly important elements when considering the overall picture.
Read the full blog post here (in Swedish):
Aktivt ledarskap och prestationsfokuserad personalledning minskar risken för arbetsplatsmobbning