Tag: office gossip

Did you hear? Gossip, whispered conversation, speculation and half truths that once flowed through the workplace, has all but vanished in our new network of home offices.  But while it might seem like a good thing as gossip is often damaging, the truth is it is one the things we miss most about the workplace.

With more than a third of employees reporting acts of bullying in the workplace, this has become a significant issue in South Africa that negatively impacts teamwork and morale. I discuss what bullying entails and the precautions companies can take against this form of abuse.