I have the two most gossiping co-workers at my job it get to the point i want to yell shut-up should I do it?
405404
if you want them to stop start doing the same thing, start a rumor about one that came from the other, but make one up about each of them so maybe they will stop
684518
I try to put myself in the other's shoes in regard to if I had to hear this news, who would I prefer to hear it from?\n\nThe answer is clear.  I would much rather get it from my office mate than be embarassed in front of my boss as a new employee.  I would also respect the person for being straight with me and not whimping out by telling the boss.  After all how hard is it to figure out where the complaint might have come from?  After talking to the boss, the guy is libel to come back and ask, "Do you think I smell?"  Then what do you say?\n\nTell him politely as possible over lunch one day.  He will be grateful to you.
889915
That's right, it depends on the context of the sentence.  (Obviously, your co-workers are swearing.)  I'd talk to each of them about it, since you've already gone to your supervisor. Depending on how you approach them, they may stop for you. \n\n.
500560
When a co-worker is not your cup of tea, just remember you're not there to socialize.  You're there to do a job.  Be polite and discuss whatever needs to be discussed civilly but keep your eyes open for a better position.  Never alienate anyone at work because you never know when you might need them.
890544
No, and it would not be gossip if you said it to their face. God bless, can you please change the subject or go and do your homework. Thanks for the two points. You are way to obsessed with this issue of gossip young lady.
550557
u need 2 be quiet; it u have nothing nice 2 say, then dont say anything at all.....
1008781
Try to be your sweet self....no gossiping on people at work.Speak out loud with confidence on the work you know the best....show off your talents....never show people can get to you.\nIt will pay off sooner or later
781400
If you have an anonymous system for employee complaints, then use it to bring this to their attention. This kind of stuff isn't conducive to a healthy workplace, I would think someone in upper management would want to know. However, if you are working in a smaller company, you will have to decide if you feel its safe to speak up or not. \n\nNo, its not normal.
631049
You can handle this situation in 3 steps.\n\n1...Know that every time she talks she gives you compliments in disguise. Jealousy is the root.\n\n2...Very important. Stop listening to what was said. If you make clear to every one at work your non-interest to hear any gossip, by so doing, from her part, why talking to deaf ears. You will make her non-existant.\n\n3... Show yourself the bigger person. Say to her with a smile good-morning/good-night. I guarantee you: she will be crushed.
412547
It's everywhere. There's almost no avoiding it. Just refuse to engage in that type of conversation and stick to your job. Don't become a recluse by any means, just avoid joining in their gossip. Listen if you have to but avoid commenting. Also hold your tongue when you feel like telling them they're all a bunch of adolescent idiots.
321876
you need to be up front and ask them what there problem is. if they dont tell you just blow them off. they will come around
836283
Remind her who you report to...follow the chain of command. Is she your immediate supervisor? If so, then you have to comply with her requests, if she isn't, then you are within your rights to turn her down. Have your co-workers handle her the same way. She will soon get the message and back down. Try to keep one step ahead of her always.
736885
They like to tlak about themselves. Just give them a reason and you will have a harder time shutting them up ;-)
533922
IF this person is your equal or subordinate, cheerfully say, 'I really have to get going right now, but I'll have that for you first thing Monday morning.' If they say they REALLY need it now, explaint that you're sorry (as you're walking out the door), but that you dont have time, and that they really need to ask you earlier in the day on Fridays (so that this wont happen again in the future).  \n\nWow, your coworkers are rude!  You could wind up in the office all night!
141510
you can tell HR and they will know youare moaner with no proof.  you got to have real solid evidence which you dont have.  so start sticking up for yourself.  tell hi loudly in fornt of everybody " I am not your cutie pie so back off you old fart.  if he sits by you get up and move.  give him and every person in the room the clear idea that your to good to put up with his sickness.    You gotta fight your own wars nobody can do it for you.  Then when your boss ask whats going on tell her or him.  \n\nbut if you go complian about it without taking any action first they will think "oh brother her comes a new trouble maker", and think you are over reacting becasue you are.
1000187
Stop chatting, and get to work!
448276
don't take 'em seriously, but always be on the look out just in case they want to cause you trouble. So, basically just go about your business, keeping in mind that you're doing a job...you're not there to socialize!!