Did you know that 60 million Americans are affected by workplace bullying and women are most frequently at the center? In fact, 67% of workplace bullies target females. And, as a means to end the harassment, 65% of targets ultimately lose their original jobs.

Whether women in the workforce realize it or not, the odds are not stacked in our favor when it comes to on-the-job harassment. Not only does this toxic behavior often lead to termination, but there's also evidence of the various physical health impacts associated with workplace bullying as well.

We can't and won't stand for this toxic treatment in the workplace. In order to begin confronting the problem, women first need to recognize that it exists.