In the office environment, sexual harassment still exists in many sophisticated forms. Early identification of "signs of loving green beards" helps employees proactively protect themselves and maintain a safe working environment.
5 signs to be vigilant
According to Dr. Emily Harris, lecturer at Boston University, USA, some typical signs include:
- Continuously commenting on appearance;
- Excessive or unnecessary exposure to the body; sending sexually suggestive messages;
- Forced to participate in after-hours meetings; and create mental pressure related to personal relationships.
These behaviors are often sophisticated, making it difficult for victims to recognize them but causing long-term damage, Dr Harris emphasized.
Smart communication, self-defense
When you feel harassed, keep your distance, record evidence and report it to your staff, advises Dr. Michael Carter, Yale University, USA. Avoid direct confrontation without allies or legal support. He also emphasized that a healthy office culture is based on mutual respect and early recognition of signs to help prevent risks.
Identifying "love for green beards" is not only to protect yourself but also to help build a safe working environment for colleagues. An inappropriate speech, behavior or contact needs to be handled promptly to avoid long-term damage. Employees should be equipped with knowledge, skills to react and support each other in sensitive situations.
In the modern context, when many offices apply anti- harassment policies, raising personal awareness becomes an important step. Identifying signs early and communicating skillfully is the key to helping to protect yourself and your colleagues from unwanted behaviors.
