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    Quick Wins: How to Deal with Online Abuse

    enAugust 21, 2024
    What common issues arise from social media abuse?
    How can individuals prioritize their safety online?
    What role do HR departments play in online harassment?
    What should you do if facing threatening behavior online?
    Who hosts the podcast 'Off the Telly'?

    Podcast Summary

    • Social media abuseSocial media abuse requires a personalized approach, ignoring, reporting, or clarifying facts may help, and prioritizing safety and seeking support are crucial.

      Dealing with abuse on social media requires careful consideration and a personalized approach. While it's a common issue that affects professionals and individuals alike, the complexity of online abuse makes it challenging to provide generic advice. In the past, face-to-face bullying or abuse was limited to a smaller audience, but with social media, the whole world can witness it. This can leave the person being abused feeling unsafe and vulnerable. It's essential to remember that every case is unique, and there's no one-size-fits-all solution. The best approach may be to ignore the abuse, report it to the platform, or clarify the facts in a calm and professional manner. Ultimately, it's crucial to prioritize your safety and well-being and seek support from trusted sources if needed. The rapidly evolving nature of social media and the lack of clear guidelines from HR and the law make navigating online abuse a challenging task, but with awareness and a thoughtful response, you can protect yourself and your reputation.

    • Online harassment in work environmentSpeak with HR if experiencing online harassment at work, maintain discipline and avoid engaging, distinguish between harmless and threatening behavior, and seek help from authorities if necessary.

      If you're experiencing online harassment in a work environment, it's important to make it official by speaking with HR. This will help put things in perspective and ensure appropriate action is taken. Additionally, try to maintain discipline and avoid engaging with the harasser or negative comments. It's essential to understand that some individuals may be sad or disturbed, and focusing on their behavior can take away from the severity of the situation. However, it's crucial to distinguish between harmless comments and truly threatening or criminal behavior. In such cases, it's vital to seek help and report the issue to the appropriate authorities. Overall, addressing online harassment in a professional and disciplined manner is key to protecting yourself and ensuring a safe and productive work environment.

    • Online abuse supportTalking to someone about online abuse and seeking support is crucial for perspective and safety. Ignoring comments can be effective, but addressing it officially in a work environment is important. Categorizing the abuse and seeking help when needed is key.

      When dealing with online abuse or negative comments, it's crucial to talk to someone about it and seek support. This can help put things in perspective and ensure your own safety. If the abuse is happening in a work environment, it's important to make it official and address it directly. Additionally, ignoring the comments and not engaging with them directly can be an effective strategy. However, it's important to remember that this is easier said than done, and seeking help and support is key. The speaker also emphasized the importance of categorizing the abuse and determining if it rises to the level of actual harm or not. In high-profile cases, celebrities have teams of people to help them navigate online abuse, but for individuals, talking to someone they trust can be just as effective. Overall, the key is to not let online abuse overwhelm you and to seek help when needed.

    • Television podcastsActresses Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page host Off the Telly podcast discussing favorite/least favorite TV shows with quick wins episodes on BBC Sound and in-depth analysis on main podcast.

      Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page, known for their acting roles in EastEnders and Gavin and Stacey, host the podcast "Off the Telly" where they discuss their favorite and least favorite TV shows. Listeners can subscribe to the quick wins episodes on BBC Sound for more tips and tune in to the main podcast, When It Hits the Fan, for in-depth analysis of current news events. The podcast offers a space for discussing comfort telly and the shows that are hard to resist, with no judgement passed. If you're looking for a new podcast to explore the world of television, Off the Telly is a great option. Listen on BBC Sounds.

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