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Dealing With Gossip And Rumors In The Workplace

Published on Nov 19, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

DEALING WITH GOSSIP AND RUMORS

IN THE WORKPLACE

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WHAT IS IT?

  • Rumors vs. Gossip
  • Human instinct
  • Dangers

WHY RUMORS START

INSUFFICIENT KNOWLEDGE + INCOMPLETE AND INACCURATE INFORMATION

PREVENTION

  • Communicate
  • Manage relationships
  • Establish tangible policy
  • Cooperation>Competition

MANAGING RUMORS

  • Deal with immediately
  • Be a good example
  • Watch for patterns
  • Personal reflection

SUMMARY

  • Rumors won't dissapear
  • Accurate information
  • Communication