Is there a way to avoid, Office Gossip?

Gossip at workplace, isn’t that familiar, have you ever been in a situation where your colleagues are talking negative about another person in his or her absence? The purpose of that person is to degrade others and try to portray themselves as pious, most hardworking, most honest individual. It’s a moral corruption and has become a general hobby of individuals to backstab others without realizing that who live by sword die by sword as it’s a karma, what you sow is what you reap.

Office politics refers to the various tactics and strategies that people use to gain power, influence, and advantages within a workplace. These tactics may involve building alliances with colleagues, cultivating relationships with superiors, or undermining rivals. Office politics can be both positive and negative, depending on the intentions and outcomes of the individuals involved.

On the positive side, office politics can help individuals and teams to achieve their goals, collaborate effectively, and promote innovation and positive change within the workplace. For example, building relationships and coalitions with colleagues can help to build trust, foster teamwork, and create a more positive and productive work environment.

On the negative side, office politics can lead to unhealthy competition, distrust, and conflict. This can be particularly damaging when individuals prioritize their own interests over those of the organization or their colleagues, and engage in behaviors such as gossip, rumor mongering, and backstabbing.

To navigate office politics effectively, it's important to maintain a professional demeanor, avoid getting involved in gossip or rumors', and focus on building positive relationships with colleagues based on mutual respect and trust. It's also important to be aware of power dynamics within the organization, and to stay aligned with the goals and values of the company.