From the course: More Leadership Lessons from Bad Bosses
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How to stop being a boss who gossips
From the course: More Leadership Lessons from Bad Bosses
How to stop being a boss who gossips
Here's a hard but valuable truth. Gossiping is a toxic trait, and while it may be gratifying in the moment, it's just not productive. So here's what I want you to do. Stop and pause before even opening your mouth and ask yourself, am I doing this to get ahead at someone else's expense? Am I exaggerating or distorting the truth? Am I throwing someone under the bus or sharing unconfirmed information that could damage their reputation? Who gets hurt if I share this? Even when you're tempted or pulled into gossip by others, pause first. Don't fuel the workplace drama with misinformation or rumors, and remember that as the boss, your words carry weight. When someone tries to pull you into gossip, shut it down. Don't engage. Instead, try phrases like, Let's not share this without all the facts. I just don't feel comfortable. I recommend you speak to Mita directly about this. I'd rather not get involved. I'm just not comfortable talking about Mita. when she's not here. I don't understand…
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