Why Great Employees Get Bullied And How To Reclaim Your Worth, with Andy Regal: Episode 359

Send us Fan MailEver wondered why the people who care the most at work often get punished for it? We sit down with TV veteran and coach Andy Regal to unpack the anatomy of workplace bullying—from the subtle eye roll that chips at belonging to the brazen public barb that marks someone for ridicule. Andy draws on 25 years in high-pressure media and dozens of expert interviews to show how repeated, targeted behaviors with no benefit to the employee or the business slowly dismantle confidence, performance, and joy.We talk about why top performers and team-first contributors are frequently singled out, how mobbing forms when a leader signals someone is fair game, and the difference between tough management and bullying. You’ll hear candid stories of micromanagement, sarcasm in front of clients, and that stomach-dropping “the boss wants a word” summons—and how those moments spiral into anxiety, hypervigilance, and self-blame. Just as important, we map a way out: psychological safety rituals, boundary scripts, positive self-talk to quiet the inner critic, and small wins that restore identity when a toxic boss tries to define you.For leaders, we dig into the real costs of incivility—lost focus, turnover, rehiring, and the corrosive impact of “brilliant jerks.” We make the case for codifying respectful conduct with real consequences, the limits of HR when power is involved, and practical steps to build cultures where apologies are modeled and people can make mistakes without fear. If you’ve cried on the commute, dreaded a “quick chat,” or felt your light dim at work, this conversation offers language, strategy, and hope.Subscribe for more conversations that protect your well-being and your work. If this helped, share it with a friend and leave a review—what tool will you try this week?To reach Andy Regal: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/noworkbullies  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyregal-nwb/ Substack: https://substack.com/@aregalmediaWebsite: http://bit.ly/4hBAJIV©2022-2026 Soul Healer17:77, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Any copying of this poetry and audio in whole or part is prohibited. *I do not own the rights to the royalty free music*Have a lovely day and stay blessedSupport the show