<h1>Workplace bullying reduces employee creativity and innovation; employers must adopt anti-bullying policies, training, and grievance procedures</h1> A study found that workplace bullying and exclusionary conduct impair employees' creative thinking and reduce participation in self-initiated innovative projects. Legally, the findings underscore the need for employers to adopt clear anti-bullying policies, formal disciplinary regimes, employee conduct metrics, and secure grievance and appeal mechanisms to mitigate risk of claims and regulatory scrutiny. Employers should also train managers to maintain open communication and document remedial measures to limit exposure to liability and preserve a culture that supports innovation; proactive policy adoption may reduce reputational, compliance, and litigation risks.