How Do I Shut Down Gossip At Work?

[@shannon2748]

The less you say on the job, the better off you are...don't tell people all your business and keep personal and job life separate.

[@AlliNW0nderland.]

That’s what I do for sure!!! However, some people are bored with life and will make up assumptions and spread it anyway... smh

[@Teamawesomese1337]

What do you do if your coworkers bully you for being antisocial if you don’t talk?

[@AlliNW0nderland.]

Teamawesomese1337 it’s so weird to me that people really do that smh

[@alexandervangelderen5550]

@@AlliNW0nderland. sameee

[@SC-gp7kt]

@@Teamawesomese1337 exactly

[@nuggman9530]

I come into work and isolate. I’m there for an income. Not to socialize and gossip about other staff, could careless. The only thing with keeping to yourself is people become curious about you, and give you nonsensical short talk to figure you out. Stand on your business and keep the gossip at home.

[@meatisboring1708]

I'm learning to create boundaries and stay quiet when asked invading questions.

[@danielnelson6903]

💯

[@sosteph86]

So true

[@mariahconklin4150]

You would be someone I would like to get to know. If we were in the same job field I would just ask you questions about the job and possibly how we could work together to solve issues not sit their and gossip it's so unnecessary. I'm too old for gossip 38 years old it's taxing hearing about other people I do not care. Plus I got upset over a predatory person at work and of course the boss didn't do anything about it but gossip on how to let me go. What losers they should have just fired me I just wanted the harassment to start. I spent 2 months out of work and am happy. I attend 12 step meetings and help a friend once a week doing uber eats and I love it. But of course I have to go find a job in which I like but the people are so annoying.

[@imunique10]

i hated my job because of this. its like walking into toxic atmosphere everyday. 😖

[@AlliNW0nderland.]

I’m dealing with that right now - it’s EVERY SINGLE DAY smh and I like the work I do just mental drained by the people smh

[@adikush3369]

@@AlliNW0nderland. leave that job right now, it only get worse and will impact your life

[@AlliNW0nderland.]

adi kush completely agree I’m looking at other options as we speak... in the meantime I’ve finally reported everything to HR yesterday so 🤞🏽 ill be able to work from home, if not I’m leaving for sure

[@adikush3369]

@@AlliNW0nderland. good job! i am not sure how much HR will do , they are sitting ducks. but if possible inform higher management before you leave.

[@lifegoeson1007]

I feel that

[@jtlpwilliem]

I became top dog at my company by brushing off gossip and working harder everytime I heard them gossiping. It should motivate you

[@Nmdresser]

Love this

[@mmommo-hx4dx]

thank you

[@CS-pl1re]

Yeah but it can be irritating… i tried to talk to my co worker about her gossiping and it was like she knew and walk away to go home fast

[@user-dq2ym1nn9k]

When people gossip to me it makes me cringe and judge them. And when I realise I'm gossiping to others I cringe and feel embarrassed that they most likely feel the same way about me. I'm trying to be more self aware and not be so small minded. Gossiping is low & boring.

[@leahjohnson9854]

I HATE gossip and refuse to associate with whoever habitually does it. I’ve already corrected a coworker for randomly trying to gossip to me about someone’s life.

[@patrickturk8957]

I have people gossip at my job, when they come around telling or asking me about someones else business I tell them that's not of my business

[@mariahconklin4150]

I'm just going to become very boring. I worked at a tile company and everyone was so nosy then I became nosty and the nonsense I should have stopped I"m glad I went through that life lesson so that now I can just grew rock people using yes and no. If it doesn't pertain to the job I'm walking away but everyone had to just sit there and gossip it got so old. Even the boss started to gossip, the mangager, the predator that tried to get me into his weird sex cult...it's like no one cares. So annoying. Real weirdos out there. Was getting paid $18 an hour but would be willing to do $15 with no idiots. lol

[@1jw298]

What is really horrible is when your boss is a juvenile woman child who creates the gossip.

[@dete503]

Ask your boss for a 1 on 1 meeting and professionally explain the issue. If that fails, get HR involved if your company is large enough. If no HR, report it to your bosses manager. If all else fails, you'll have to find another opportunity that's less toxic.

[@TechEngineerSchool]

Yes. I quit a job like that in 3 months.

[@TommyboyGTP]

Do you work at a rental car company?

[@Kate-Does]

you just explained my situation!

[@evgeniyamiller4503]

100%

[@szqsk8]

I work in a medical office with fifty employees, mostly women in their 20s and 30s and they like to gossip. We've been told repeatedly that gossip and discussing pay rates are verboten but I still hear people gossiping or dogging on another employees. It seems to go in cycles. Right now it's not really happening and I like that because the atmosphere is much more relaxed. Gossiping will destroy the morale of the office.

[@hlbtime88]

Employers can't legally prevent discussing pay.

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

I agree with you. It seems to go in cycles. Or circles around certain people!!

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

@@hlbtime88 We have to sign an agreement when hired that we will not discuss our direct pay. Of course, there is no actual legality to this, so if I say "I make between 32 and 34 dollars an hour" thats not telling my exact pay. On the other hand, management can always find a reason to fire someone. There's a million ways.

[@theAppleWizz]

@@anniesshenanigans3815And you can sue oh look at that why they can't fire you for talking about pay

[@c1catwoman794]

I run far away when gossip starts. I hate it lol

[@88niteowl88]

Me too!!!

[@aidancash1]

This is easy. Have a meeting with everyone and just address the no gossip policy. Then no one is called out. Just have it part as a normal meeting you might have.

[@and1andy985]

Yes

[@T.Pink.]

Christine C Yes- that's exactly what I think as well.

[@sinontherocks]

Nope. That’s too passive. The particular co-worker really may believe their behavior is ok and there’s nothing they are doing wrong. So they won’t listen during the meeting.

[@k31rifleman]

Nope I disagree people that pretent to be adult need to be called out on it.....the bland general discussion is great for snowflakes so they do not take responsibility for actions done

[@wandajuul5150]

They do this in my workplace and the people who are following the policy HATE it. It's like they're being reprimanded and they think the management is being chicken sh*t for not addressing it with the person who is not following he policy. I happen to agree.

[@Matt-cr4vv]

One thing constant gossipers never grasp is that if someone is willing to gossip with you about someone they’re willing to gossip about you to someone else. Workplace gossipers are the corporate equivalent of “no honor among thieves”. If they’ll dog on one person they’ll dog on other people and your harsh opinions aren’t going to be kept secret indefinitely and you’ll eventually answer for the mud you slung. You’re at work to work not to gossip about other people you work with. You wouldn’t be happy to hear about people talking about you so you shouldn’t think it’s ok to do that to someone else. Truly work environment poison

[@jade4897]

I shut down gossip at the source. I say I learned a long time ago not to talk about people behind their back. If you have a problem with someone then confront that person and leave me out of it. (Repeat if necessary) Businesses should train on this subject especially on what to say. That's my opinion.

[@patrickturk8957]

People at my job gossip and ask me what I think about that person I tell them none of my business

[@wanda409]

Gossip is like a virus in a work and personal arena ....I had to leave a church because several members were in a gossip club and thought gossiping about the pastor and the way he handled situations was not to their liking .... The pastor knew this and made no attempts to diffuse the situation.

[@RaineyPowerTraining]

Try working in the medical field haha. Gossip is everyone's fuel. I've been a nurse for 4 years, and the gossip is the worst I have ever seen.

[@labellegene7971]

Daniel Rainey omg I agree. Just terrible, it makes you not trust any of your co workers

[@RaineyPowerTraining]

@@labellegene7971 Yeah, if someone gets an agenda, watch out.

[@glow1815]

Agreed. I'm in Medical field for over 10 years. Its NOTORIOUS when it comes to gossiping. I even heard over the phone speaking to the dr all the time. The nurses the MA'S so bad. Thank god I work from home now gossip free.

[@Cymricus]

is it the whole medical field or just nurses, cause nurses have notoriously bad attitudes around here

[@NoxCattus]

Ditto in retail pharmacy--worse than anything I ever saw in high school....

[@sobc2737]

Do you know what I do when someone comes to me with gossip? I tell them to go and approach the person they are gossiping about or else I will go and tell them myself.

[@YoTeeFan]

Dannnngggg... that is Hardcore!!! BUT.... I like it, It puts them in CHECK!!! Can your comment get anymore right?

[@AlliNW0nderland.]

SOBC I say the EXACT same thing... that colleague was like “come on you can give your opinion” I said nope she’s right there you can talk to her

[@blessedfromtx.1910]

I love this one 👍

[@maygardens-ey5pn]

This is good!

[@brittanyb5293]

Oh my gosh freaking perfect timing, ive been dealing with this TODAY

[@_jg00]

Shockingly good timing. Leading a new team and finding out this is happening. I’m always impressed with how much Dave knows.

[@Glayceb]

This happened to me, a older coworker went to the bosses and gossiping about me, a silly thing . But she made it big, and the bosses called me out and repeated exactly what she said , like a parrot, whithout even asking me what really happened .... very unprofessional and sad. Its very hard , i see this much here in Germany, maybe also because im a foreign, don’t know... I just wish i would have had a fair Judgment or hoped my bosses to have this honest attitude that you are presenting.

[@isatousarr7044]

Shutting down gossip at work is essential to maintaining a healthy, productive, and respectful work environment. Gossip can create unnecessary tension, spread misinformation, and undermine morale. Addressing it promptly and effectively requires a combination of clear communication, personal boundaries, and leadership. Here are some strategies to consider: 1. Model Professional Behavior: The best way to shut down gossip is to lead by example. If you refuse to engage in gossip, others may follow suit. Stay professional in all your interactions, and be conscious of your language and tone. When people see you maintaining boundaries and focusing on constructive conversations, they are more likely to respect the same. 2. Redirect Conversations: If you find yourself caught in a gossip-filled conversation, try redirecting the discussion toward more positive or work-related topics. You can politely shift the focus by saying something like, "I’d rather not talk about that right now," or "Let's focus on the project at hand." Acknowledging the topic briefly but redirecting it toward a more productive discussion can diffuse the situation. 3. Address Gossip Directly: If the gossip continues and becomes disruptive, consider addressing it directly with the individuals involved. Calmly and respectfully express how gossip can affect team dynamics and productivity. Emphasize the importance of maintaining trust and professionalism. Let them know that gossip not only hurts the individuals being discussed but can also negatively impact the work environment as a whole. 4. Set Boundaries: Establishing clear boundaries with colleagues about what is and isn't appropriate to discuss can help stop gossip before it starts. Make it clear that you are not comfortable with gossiping and that you prefer to keep conversations positive and professional. If someone continues to engage in gossip despite this, distance yourself from them when possible. 5. Encourage Open Communication: Promote a culture of open, honest communication within the team. If there are concerns or issues, encourage employees to address them directly with the person involved or with the appropriate person, such as a manager or HR representative, rather than through gossip. Building a supportive environment where people feel comfortable discussing issues directly can reduce the reliance on gossip. 6. Report the Issue if Necessary: If the gossip becomes toxic or harmful, and personal attempts to address it don’t work, consider reporting the issue to HR or a supervisor. HR departments can provide mediation and support in addressing harmful gossip, ensuring that it doesn’t spiral into more serious conflicts or disrupt the workplace atmosphere. 7. Promote Team Building and Respect: Foster an environment of respect and collaboration by encouraging team-building activities and initiatives that focus on creating a positive and supportive work culture. When employees feel respected and valued, they are less likely to engage in gossip and more likely to communicate openly and constructively. In conclusion, shutting down gossip at work requires a proactive approach, personal integrity, and the ability to foster a supportive environment. By modeling professionalism, redirecting conversations, addressing the issue directly, and promoting open communication, you can help curb the negative effects of gossip and contribute to a healthier workplace.

[@shellchenonceau7832]

"gossip" needs to be defined to people nowadays....theyre trained by tv & perhaps family, to use negativity to feel powerful & to undermine others. Probably never learned kindness techniques..or were just born mean & manipulative?

[@QueenMotherofDiamonds]

That is very true. Your tone speaks volumes.

[@ggwoman]

When the boss is the gossip monger!

[@Kate-Does]

My boss is like this. I despise her.

[@SheepofTheShepherd-nu3lz]

After watching this I really know what the problem is at my work place I work at a customer-focused driven environment and I deal with this all the time and what is so bad is the fact that they will talk about their customers talk about their co-workers and talk about their employer behind their back in a negative way and when you confront them about this all they do is clam up and don't really even say anything and just let it go and then weeks down the road it'll start to flare up again and as far as I know they don't have a no gossip policy in this workplace so another words they more or less encourage people to do this and I believe it is wrong

[@Naturenerd1000]

It all depends who you work with. Some groups of workers gossup more than others unfortunatly.

[@xboxxguy_9360]

Co workers aren't your friends. WORK. ARRIVE. LEAVE

[@janinecarreau1929]

he said that the two women are friends, the new one may have thought she was venting to her friend, I think the long term employee is the slimy one

[@mli489]

I think maybe the other employee (long term) should have brought up the company policy! If that didn’t work then bring it up to the boss that it’s on on going problem then the boss give the warning. I hate when my coworker gossips to me but I should say on my behalf that no more gossip.

[@candirockstar135]

Who knows she might be trying to throw her "friend" under the bus. Who gets that upset over an unarticulated rule? Who knows the person who told him might be gossiping too but knew her longer relationship with her employer puts her in a better position. This is so dumb.

[@ominous450]

My number one rule: coworkers can be friendly but they’re not your friend or confidante

[@roxyperson8328]

That’s what I was thinking.

[@jojoone1099]

Agreed! She should have educated the gossiper who turned to her as a confidante.

[@theterrygilbertjr]

"Meekness is not weakness its power under control" -DR

[@IamtheGL]

W

[@LocaW8ta]

👊🏻

[@nateLegakis]

A gossiper is a weak insecure individual that will believe anything they hear about someone else and say it their small group of bullies. Gossip is always a tiny fraction of the truth. There is often days weeks months years or decades of abuse that provokes someone who is bullied to react in manner that gives bullies and gossipers the slightest chance to continue the cycle of abuse. Bullies always get what they deserve in the end.

[@Keell444]

Don't call anyone slimy or any names, but be direct and to the point. Call out the behavior not the person

[@ramonuy5567]

Don't get involve in gossiping !!!

[@meatisboring1708]

Gossip is evil.

[@shanegulley1997]

Most jobs are like a old woman's sewing circle! 🤣🤣 Gossip central !!

[@DarkReapersGrim]

Gossiping is something I've personally been trying to work on, because it's a bad habit. That and throwing people under the bus. The thing about gossiping, though, is I heard this line many years ago and I've found it to be very relevant, "if you have a conversation that is more than 5 minutes long, you're gossiping." And it's almost always true in my life/case. It's not that I like it, but it's definitely been true in my case. I need to find tips about how to stop it.

[@RheaAC5]

Maybe try asking yourself “is this my story to tell?” as well as “would I say this in front of him/her?”

[@DarkReapersGrim]

Definitely. Good tips peeps. Think about their finances and would I say this in front of him or her.

[@scorpion8rage]

Also, you may wish to try thinking "How would I feel if this was being said about me?"

[@sourmentoz]

I have a friend who has the same problem, and no matter how I approach this person with the issue, they will always play the victim and just gossip some more. I don’t know why I’m still friends with this person, but I hope that they will realize that it absolutely makes them look terrible and rude and does nothing productive but waste time and breath. I’m hoping for the best though.

[@fireeye33]

Stay professional, address the situation with SBI approach/feedback (Situation, Behavior, Impact) where you identify the situation, describe the behavior and impact/result. This structured feedback will make you and the other person focused on the why instead of making you look like personally attacking them.

[@WatersFlow_27]

I would present it in a team meeting setting where I’m basically just acknowledging the whole group, not just one individual and letting them no the policy. If and when gossip arises after that meeting of laying the ground work in front of everyone, then I would acknowledge that person individually because if you acknowledge them directly the first time, they’re going to know the person they vented to exposed them and that could cause issues between them. I feel like the route that causes the less friction should be followed first.

[@WatersFlow_27]

Know* the policy

[@lifeisgood070]

Thanks for clearing up gossip. Shall no longer do it.

[@pmbarro]

In my job people gossip about our boss but because she's a horrible mistreating prison. Kinda don't know what to do. People vent about her.

[@Iamsafeerhussain]

What if u are the boss... U dont like others to gossip so stop it... Dogs are better than workers. Gossiping workers should be prostituted

[@Journeyman83]

Please come talk to the entire Operating Room staff at South Shore Hospital in South Weymouth MA.

[@luminous6969]

But if they only gossiped to the one person, they're gonna know who snitched on them, making it awkward to work with them from then on. I wouldn't want someone I snitched on to know that it was me that did the snitching. (We're talking hypothetical snitching on my part of course.)

[@RVingwithAndrewSteele]

Thank you for all of the wisdom you share Dave!

[@latoyiab79]

I hate gossip & I participated in it. My spirit feels like garbage & I hate it.

[@Tcgrande77]

Great video. I need to create a no gossip rule. Because sometimes the toxicity can pull you in. I don’t want to hear negativity or even be tempted to contribute to it.

[@GlitteranGold]

It’s fairly bad when a boss doesn’t even know what to say to a gossiping new coworker or a gossiping worker in general. If your going to be a boss of a business you should know how to handle these situations? What to say how to handle the inconvenience of someone spreading lies and untrue things. Also making sure there’s zero tolerance of gossip at your workplace because talking bad about anyone at work is unprofessional. It’s even way more immature and unprofessional when bosses/managers do it. Zero gossip we’re adults we should not be gossiping it’s not high school anymore it’s the real world. Smh 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@JMusar795]

This happens almost everywhere!!!!.

[@michaelinman8]

I say point the employe out. I cannot stand a vague manager. Also the gossipers are usually the most unproductive.

[@rothbj1]

I never repeat gossip, so listen close the first time...

[@wk3820]

Dave basically said it. Good advice.

[@ChrisInvests]

Don't get involved at all 🤔🤷‍♂️

[@phatwcinfrcr]

I think it is ok to go to a trusted co-worker about a situation to seek advice, but better to go to a trusted supervisor. This of course assumes that people trust their supervisors. So maybe the root of the problem is the supervisor subordinate relationship? The employee has to know that no matter what the complaint is, they will be heard and respected, even if they are dead wrong.

[@glow1815]

True. I don't trust my leaderships none. But I still don't go to any of my coworkers be I don't true them either. I trust NO ONE.

[@caryrevilla6707]

Gossiping at work will infest the co workers. But people have rights. Talk to her tell her its unacceptable behavior and right her up. If she does not like it she can go.

[@aesquivelkary]

It's hard to write someone up of you can't substantiate the claims. Plus a write up can make things worse. A firm verbal council will deliver the message just as strongly. At minimum it will serve as a deterrent

[@sisteroftheagiel1]

great advice, will be using your advice at my work with people who give me bad attitude. love you Dave!

[@knightmer3645]

Coming here after a redpill mini-binge, and I'm like - well this applies to relationships as well - "These are the standards for being in a relationship with me, if you don't want to be here, you're free to leave" amazing how business and relationships fit so perfectly

[@tagaway6173]

Just make a normal meeting and talk about general stuff, including gossiping in general. A meeting is the best option since the new person doesn't really know what goes down in a normal meeting and the boss can make it seen like he talks about that almost every meeting.

[@bhat_ysrael]

Agree. Dave's method is not the way to go. It's only to be used after the new person is fairly warned about the proper conduct/polices of the business. Plus the new employee will know who told him and it will bring tension into the office setting.

[@Ms10outta10]

This is the best solution.

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

I have been in meetings like this. The boss talks about all sorts of things, brings up something that is a problem, and the person that it's directed at? Totally ignorant to it, and sometimes isn't even at the meeting!!

[@tagaway6173]

@@anniesshenanigans3815 ohhhhhh I know exactly what you mean, sometimes things won't change unless the person in question is talked to directly. 😥😓 But I've learned that hard way (Depending on the job of course) That whenever something that bothers me happen and I have to tell a manager, I wait a few days and say something like; "I got to talk to you about this issue, but I'm warning you I'm not telling who, and you can not track it because it didn't happened today, yesterday, nor this week." I've experienced some bosses acting on the spot. Is the worst! Because the person in question will know it was me. 😓 I rarely complain about stuff. My coworkers (Again, in different places) Find it weird that I just let things slide. So whenever I do complain, my bosses want to act right away and I don't like that stress.

[@AlliNW0nderland.]

I hate blanketed meetings without first speaking directly to the person it involves first.

[@VenerableBede2510]

We hired a "sales" guy, that I gave half my business (and half my comission) to when we hired him. All he did was gossip, blame, lie, slander, and backstab me. Management decided I was a problem for mentioning it after a while. Why do some people decide the path to make themselves "look better" is to cut down people they think are "better".

[@How.Dare.You.]

Something Ill never understand. Why is everyone tiptoing around toxic people??! Get rid of them, problem solved and everyone is happy!! As if they were scared of them. They are complete jerks so why have any remorse??? Ridiculous. Have some morals and values people!!

[@roxyperson8328]

9 times out of 10 the person informing you about gossip was in on the gossip.

[@kendraheard1097]

OR YOU CAN SEND OUT A GROUP MEMO TO ALL EMPLOYEES

[@DarkReapersGrim]

"Running down the people who pay you is stupid and disloyal." Gossiping is not good, I admit, but how is it disloyal? The caller/business owner didn't say she was gossiping about people at work or her boss. Maybe I should've assumed that she was talking about her coworkers, but assuming isn't good.

[@scorpion8rage]

Obviously by syntax it was people at work, hence it applies.

[@TheYung209]

Remember if they gossip to you about someone they are going to gossip about you as well, so keep it professional and don't share personal stuff to people that are only there for the money.

[@Kate-Does]

What if the boss is the gossip? What do you do?

[@ΠανωραίαΚόκκινου-ι4σ]

You confront and leave...

[@jennifersapolsky2542]

Thank you for sharing your clarity of thought. I am grateful.

[@nicolaveighey4248]

I could listen to Dave's voice all night!

[@shellchenonceau7832]

Taga Way's comment below about doing it in a meeting with all employees (not just her), and also the HR manager's advice about mentioning the retaliatory part of policy, sounds best.

[@reymondjames1726]

Core values are meaningless. Management does not live by the organization's established core values as an example to all, instead, they use them as justification to abuse others. Why is management never held personally responsible (punitive damages) in lawsuits for violating local, state, and federal laws? Because management is protected; the systems in place are tools of management, meant to protect management and elected city officials. Make no mistake they use the system to conceal crimes and abuses of power. The taxpayer, deep pockets, pay the cost of their misconduct. The people have no idea what is going on. They only hear about the lowly employee, the scapegoat, who screws up.

[@adikush3369]

i did the same thing to my manager and got him fired because these gossips were bringing the whole company down

[@robertwhite6203]

Gossip is childish . That needs to apply to family too .

[@Irene-gq4jr]

Best raised as a general 'company values' topic in a normal meeting and let everyone contribute. Otherwise it could cause a rift between friends and the person who confided will not only feel uncomfortable, but will feel their confidentiality has been breached and be reluctant to raise an issue again. Dave's approach might work in a bigger organization where it's likely the person has gossiped to multiple people, but not one with only five staff, two of them being the married business owners.

[@minervagalvez4748]

Business Core Values Are Meant To Be Enforced and Followed. Be Clear but, Kind With An Employee That Is Gossiping 👍👏🤲 If they continue to violate the business values, Fire Them!

[@breblizz4321]

I feel for you, Joel - been there. Not fun. Also Ramsey - great advice, I approve.

[@the.daily.dollar]

i dont think that you can shut them down

[@MelWilliford-du8qk]

Another told on themselves they knew what was going on at my house, I like them, but what the hell is going on?? Need new environments ASAP

[@science5765]

Small thing big problem, it happens to everyone, you could say It has happened to me ( the boss ) in the past and will not tolerate it in my business and give a warning ( I havn't been a boss and have no experience though )

[@Cymricus]

“yeah, you” the antidote to BS lol

[@Amadeus_2061]

Why not just call together a company meeting and run over the "updated" policies?

[@linjubar]

There is a big difference between gossip and valid criticism. I hope they know the difference.

[@ir7862]

Running down the people that pay you is stupid 👍 good point

[@HeatherDMorris]

I tell my coworkers when they say " ain't that right" ? I say I'm sorry I didnt even hear you...

[@Mr5150Sarge]

Great advice Dave.

[@limes37138]

Why is he even calling Dave about this simple situation? Call a team meeting, address the no gossip policy and reiterate there is ZERO tolerance.

[@robioavion]

Being the only male nurse in the building surrounded by women... gossip everyday!🤣 you get use to it.

[@Ericbryanmr]

"Whaaaat meeeee?" Best impression of a women by Dave Ramsay right there!

[@kaizenborntowin]

Thank you!

[@ryankane9208]

Have a team meeting and address everyone at the same time, along with other company guidelines. This way he/she will not sense that someone ratted on her. Try to avoid retaliation.

[@sdseals2076]

What happens when people are too scared to find out the truth about the situation?Or do people already think they know and are scared to say anything?

[@MelWilliford-du8qk]

I didn't know there were doctors at my work

[@deepika7416]

What counts as gossip? What about talking about people's degrees and when they graduated etc?

[@jamesjohnson2458]

Im a man that works with 9 women.

[@user-cn8br6vh9q]

Freedom of speech over rules policy

[@MsLegaC]

What a great question

[@justinredman9463]

The First Agreement

[@sisigs4820]

If only we could be able to record audio without a person's consent, no one should ever be or feel comfortable in their power and influence. and that would stop work gossip instantly.

[@patc7360]

What if the girl who came to the owner with the complaint is lying? I think a group meeting is the best approach for this situation.

[@candirockstar135]

Pat C Or is also a gossiper looking just to get a new employee in trouble?

[@perrywashington5627]

Everyone gossips

[@lennaedaley8676]

Is it just me or do ppl seem to call more and more about general advice other than finance and money?!? It’s not Every bald white guy in their 60’s is not Dr Phil

[@inkbythebarrelandpaperbyth6905]

Instructions clear. Get out of debt. Have big nest egg.

[@alphasia91]

I sort of feel like this is his fault. If it’s a policy, it’s a policy and you need to make it clear. If you don’t make it clear you can’t expect your employees to follow it.

[@nickrazes2720]

Why wasn't there any talk about whether or not the gossip was reasonable or not? They say "no gossip policy" but what they really mean is "i abuse people and blame them for the results. it's not me screwing up that's causing all the problems. it is the gossip. if people wouldn't gossip then maybe i'd be able to get away with doing whatever i want and having no consequences". that's what no gossip policy means. I'm all for getting toxic people out of your life but if new people are coming in and doing it the reason is probably joel's fault and not the new persons....

[@nickrazes2720]

riddle me this: were joel and dave gossiping on the phone about the new person and how slimy she is?

[@Jaxmusicgal23]

What if its your church and someone you thought was your friend… and you volunteer and serve alot there?

[@joeblunt6126]

meekness is not weakness. It's power under control.

[@MelWilliford-du8qk]

People at work knew my med was different and what it was before I did n inadvertently told on themselves, what is wrong with this picture??