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Inappropriate language was one of seven workplace issues explored in the research, along with bullying, verbal harassment, inappropriate emails, discrimination, racism and sexual harassment.

Bullying was the second most prominent concern from the employee perspective and third most prominent amongst managers and leaders behind verbal harassment.

LMA has reported its findings in its latest L.E.A.D. (Leadership, Employment and Direction) report.

Workplace Chart

Workplace issues observed (2012)	Leaders	Managers	Employees
Inappropriate language	41	49	36
Bullying	28	40	33
Verbal harrassment	38	43	30
Inappropriate emails	25	24	21
Discrimination	19	23	16
Racism	10	16	12
Sexual harrassment	8	12	9

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