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My New Job

I was really so excited
As I started work that day
Quite unaware what was in store
On that fateful day in May         


Enjoying the challenge of my new job
I was as happy as can be
A few weeks into my new role
I sensed he had it in for me


I don't know why he turned this way
I was confident as can be
I was learning fast, enjoying the job
So why was he picking on me?


The nit picking started
And the harassment too
I had feelings of dread
As he dictated what to do

In such a short time my spirit was crushed
And I was nervous as a wreck
I knew I had to seek some help
It's not a weakness so "what the heck"


Word got round I was not happy
My confidence had drained away
I realised then I was a victim
Of his bullying, day after day


He poisoned the folk around me
With rumours and lies he spread
I was completely isolated
Everyday at work I would dread

Everyone sent me to Coventry
I was bewildered as to why
If only I'd given in
I could have a damn good cry

Nervously, I approached the team
For help and some advice
The reaction I received from them
Was not at all very nice


It was suggested 'I' was the problem
As "everything used to be fine
So get out, too busy
Your wasting our time"


Oh My God! where do I turn?
I was so desperately low
The Union may just help me
I decided to give them a go


I was met with understanding
And at last I had a friend
They promised to give me their support
Right to the very end


Maybe things will change now
I prayed with all my heart
I did not know my path was laid
And this was just the start!!


The bully hounded me tirelessly
he crushed me to the core
I try to hold it together
I can’t take this much more


We must protect all victims
From this bullying and abuse
Be strong, be brave and not ashamed
Don't believe that it's no use


These bullies thrive on power
It feeds their daily need
If we choose to ignore their abusiveness
We are allowing it to breed

Anonymous

08/12/03