Why I Have ZERO Tolerance for Gossip (and you should too)

I have a strict, “no gossip” policy in my businesses.

I tell my employees if they come to my office and tell me “You as a CEO are doing a bad job” then congratulations — you might get a raise! I want to encourage input and listen to it.

But if you come into my office to tattle and tell me “Hey, Nick is doing a bad job” you might get fired on the spot.

The other (more likely) option is I'll tell you to hold that thought while I go get the person you're tattling on so the three of us can work it out in real time! (Ta-da instant solutions).

Bottom line: Gossip is the fast track to divisive messy office politics.

Gossip is the fast track to divisive messy office politics.

Hire adults who remember why they're at work in the first place. Encourage your people toward direct communication and conflict resolution, instead of complaining and gossiping.