TrainingBriefs® Defamation of Character
Gossip in the Workplace
New Micro-Learning! Gossip is one of those areas where it's easy to find us on the wrong side of the line. While it may seem like harmless water cooler talk, it's not. Not only is gossip unprofessional because it destroys respect and trust in the workplace; it can also get our organization and us into a lot of trouble.
Learning Path & Details
- Ethics & Compliance
- Type: eLearning - TrainingBriefs®
- Audience: General
- Level: Foundational
- Seat Time: 5 Minutes
- Available As: Hosted eLearning, eLearning
Suggested Industry Usage
Competencies
- Ensuring Professional and Compliant Behavior
Learning Objectives
- Learn how gossip can lead to defamation of character.
- Understand how to determine illegal behavior between the co-workers in the organization.
Interactivity
- Audible Narration
- Integrated Video
- Interactions and Activities
- Post-Assessment
Buying Options
Training Files (1)
| Type | Time/Pages | Language | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| eLearning Course | – | English | Demo |
Additional Information
New Micro-Learning! Gossip is one of those areas where it's easy to find us on the wrong side of the line. While it may seem like harmless water cooler talk, it's not. Not only is gossip unprofessional because it destroys respect and trust in the workplace; it can also get our organization and us into a lot of trouble.
Malicious gossip can be a violation of policy and can even be seen as defamation of character and result in a lawsuit. So, the best advice is, when it comes to gossip.... Don't start it and don't spread it. And, if you hear something you believe is out of line, report it.
Malicious gossip can be a violation of policy and can even be seen as defamation of character and result in a lawsuit. So, the best advice is, when it comes to gossip.... Don't start it and don't spread it. And, if you hear something you believe is out of line, report it.
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