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This podcast begins with a short playlet in which CEO Mason demands that his people start to travel economy class to save overheads. But a nasty rumour soon circulates suggesting that he still travels business class. Unsure what to do about it Mason consults the company's head of Public Relations who suggests a strategy for killing off the rumour by circulating a new one which seems to do the trick Andrew then explores three issues that people tend to have about organisational grapevines:
He ends the podcast with three practical actions you can take to deal with rumours and gossip at work. He offers a final takeaway: TAKEAWAY
At least 70% of all organisational communication comes through the grapevine. Strangely, most employees consider it trustworthy. Avoid gossip and rumours and preserve your reputation.
Can't wait for Series 2 to run its course? Then buy Andrew's new book, published on Amazon, and there's also an Audio version. Further reading and videos: Andrew recommends some useful follow-through material which you can find for each episode at
www.myhappinessatwork.com/reading/categories/research-reading
and
www.myhappinessatwork.com/watch. BOOK: The 50 Ways to Succeed at Work book is a standalone companion to Andrew Leigh's weekly podcasts. It's an essential resource for all job starters and those at work for a few years. Dip in and out and take what seems helpful.
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Andrew's Podcast on: 50 WAYS TO SUCCEED AT WORK

Andrew's Podcast on: 50 WAYS TO SUCCEED AT WORK

Andrew's Podcast on: 50 WAYS TO SUCCEED AT WORK