Most of us learn early in our careers that gossip is something to avoid. It’s portrayed as unprofessional, distracting, and even harmful. But research suggests a more nuanced story. What we commonly ...

Rumor has it that gossip can be a positive force in workplace cultures, under the right circumstances. While talking smack behind a colleague’s back likely won’t produce any personal or organizational ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A new study by the University of New Mexico suggests certain types of gossiping with your coworkers may actually be good. “Gossip, for a long time, has been labeled as harmful or ...