Workshops

Track 04: Managing Gossip in the Workplace

Facts About Gossip

• If someone gossips to you, they will eventually gossip about you.
• Dealing with gossip can take crucial time away from work.
• Usually insecure people gossip to make themselves feel better.
• Gossip never builds a strong team or encourages professional growth.

Tips on Managing Gossip

• Don’t participate (silence can be a subtle form of participation).
• Tell the person that you are “uncomfortable with where this conversation is going.
• Ask if you can quote them or suggest that they meet with the person or management.