Gossip, redefined: Research shows the surprising power of positive talk in teams

Mean Girls and pop culture has taught us to fear gossip as toxic and cruel, the whispered fuel of cliques and drama. But what if we've been getting gossip all wrong? New research from UNM's organizational behavior team suggests that some gossip might actually help teams thrive.

Jun 19, 2025 - 16:28
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Mean Girls and pop culture has taught us to fear gossip as toxic and cruel, the whispered fuel of cliques and drama. But what if we've been getting gossip all wrong? New research from UNM's organizational behavior team suggests that some gossip might actually help teams thrive.