Nov 29, 2016
Relationships, Gossip, Communication, Habits, Decisions
Summary
Today we’ll take the entire
episode and look at how we can put an end to one of the most
destructive habits of humankind: gossip. And, of course, we’ll
begin with our own. Not that it’s an issue with
you, of course, but it might be for some people
you know. That and more on today’s show.
Bob's Thought of the Day
You’ll discover:
- A definition of gossip: “Any type of harmful or hurtful communication that is not absolutely necessary to share.”
- Why there is no such thing as “good gossip.”
- Five steps that will help us break our own habit of gossip, as well as discourage others from gossiping.
- A practical strategy for eliminating gossip from your life.
- The connection between Oreo cookies and gossip!
- How to change the subject when others in a group are gossiping … and what to do when that doesn’t work.
- What it means to play the “Reverse Gossip” game and how you can help make peace between others.
- What to do when you’ve slipped back into the habit of gossip.
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- Gossip: Any type of harmful or hurtful communication that is not absolutely necessary to share. @BobBurg
- Learn 5 steps to break the gossip habit. The Holidays are an excellent time to do so. @BobBurg
- What
is the “Reverse Gossip” game? Find out in this ep. of The Go-Giver
Podcast. @BobBurg
Resources
Gossip: Ten Pathways to Eliminate It from Your Life and Transform Your Soul by Lori Palatnik with Bob Burg