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But if your team is willing and experienced at collaborating, then the time in-between won’t be as difficult. Squashing gossip enhances collaborationGossip, more than most vices, can hinder collaboration. That means finding someone to replace them, job training, and culture coaching.
Companies should revise or create policies that encompass both external and internal channels, collaborating closely with HR to integrate them into employee training initiatives. However, asking your employees to slow down, and be considerate before messaging others is paramount.
Some criticisms just are not worth responding to, most notably ’snark’-style blog comments and angry gossip articles. Gauge the value of a response. Take the celebrity strategy — respond to criticism that’s worthy of your input, and ignore anything that isn’t.
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