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\u201cThe best way to avoid from being cyberbullied is to avoid being a target.\u201d<\/strong> -Greg Williams, The Master Negotiator & Body Language Expert<\/p>\n

In today\u2019s interconnected world, #cyberbullying can greatly affect businesses. The types of cyberbullying that can occur, such as fictitious reviews, false claims and trolling\/harassment can arise for reasons of retribution or corporate positioning for a negotiation. This article addresses why cyberbullying occurs, how to prevent it, and how to address such attacks when they happen. The information applies to businesses, but it can also apply to individuals.<\/p>\n

Cyberbullying \u2013 Why?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Bullies tend to target those they sense as being vulnerable and weaker than themselves. In business, corporations of any size may target another organization for numerous reasons. They may do so to affect that business\u2019 revenues, its employee morale, or to diminish the company\u2019s reputation.<\/p>\n

When negotiating (you\u2019re always negotiating), cyberbullying can be a tactic employed to soften an entity prior to a negotiation. This can occur by anonymously placing false stories about that entity in social media outlets, or having allies serve as its proxy. In either case, such actions can give the appearance of a corporation under siege from multiple points and sources.<\/p>\n

Companies remain vigilant about social media activities because they\u2019re aware of the impact that negative postings can have on their business. A corporation can even be susceptible to cyber blackmail. That\u2019s another form of cyberbullying that leaves corporations in a precarious position.<\/p>\n

Cyberbullying Example and Handling:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

A business associate that owns a diner recalled a time when several male professionals walked into his eatery. They were inebriated, boisterous and disrespectful to other customers and my associate\u2019s employees; my associate did not want to confront his rowdy patrons by calling the police because he didn\u2019t want to lose control of the situation. So, he informed the disorderly customers that his in-store security camera was filming their actions and if they didn\u2019t adopt a mannerable demeanor he\u2019d have to release the video on social media. While he wasn\u2019t threatening them with cyberbullying, he was implying that he\u2019d use cyberspace to \u2018out them\u2019 if they didn\u2019t correct their behavior. The men apologized to everyone in the establishment and no further actions were required. The threat of using social media was enough to back them down.<\/p>\n

Cyberbullying Prevention, Combating, Overcoming:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As a business owner, to combat cyberbullying:<\/p>\n

1. Be proactive on social media platforms and garner as many positive comments as possible.<\/strong> Then, if another organization attempts to bully your business, they\u2019ll stand out as an outlier compared to the glowing comments you\u2019ve already received.<\/p>\n

2. Have business allies and customers at the ready to post rebuttal comments to support your organization against a bully.<\/strong> In extreme cases, have your allies note the efforts that a cyberbully has engaged in, in other environments. Respond in a strong and swift manner to let the bully know that there\u2019s a high cost for him to incur for targeting your business. Remember, bullies tend to pick on easy targets. To combat a bully successfully, insulate your business; don\u2019t make it an easy target.<\/p>\n

3. In brick-and-mortar businesses, have camera systems installed that captures, in real-time, the actions that a bully might perpetrate in your establishment.<\/strong> Their in-person actions could be the prelude to cyberbullying. Being proactive with a video account of their in-person actions will allow others to see your side of the story more clearly.<\/p>\n

Conclusion: <\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re someone that engages in cyberbullying, be mindful of who you attack. What you do to others can come back to harm you. It might do so at the most inopportune time.<\/p>\n

As a business owner, be proactive to bullying attempts. Follow the suggestions above and ward off potential attacks before they occur \u2026 and everything will be right with the world.<\/p>\n

Remember, you’re always negotiating!<\/strong><\/p>\n

After reading this article, what are you thinking? I\u2019d really like to know. Reach me at <\/strong>Greg@TheMasterNegotiator.com<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n

To receive Greg\u2019s free \u201cNegotiation Tip of the Week\u201d and the \u201cSunday Negotiation Insight\u201d click here http:\/\/www.TheMasterNegotiator.com\/greg-williams\/<\/a><\/u> <\/strong><\/p>\n

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