The new social glue

摘要

Gossip performs a range of social and psychological functions and none more so than in the work environment. Right from the moment we join an organisation, the office gossip mill provides us with the opportunity to learn about the organisation in a way that no official induction course could ever achieve.rnWorkplace gossip usually takes two main forms; either exchanging information (rumour or otherwise) about workplace issues or about the personal lives of colleagues. Gossip about workplace issues can range from reactions about new policies to criticism of new products or management practices. Gossip about colleagues can include rumours about sexual relationships, lifestyles, appearance or personal problems.