Functions | Performance Measures of Gossips |
Information | · Collection of information through gossip, evaluating the issues, and making comparisons with themselves and others · Gossip is used as a means of motivation to make comparisons between the gossiper(s) and others to improve themselves |
Entertainment | · Gossip reduces social isolation and discrimination through the creation of a sense of belonging · Gossips are used as a platform for reducing boredom |
Friendship | · Gossips cause a distinction between individuals, groups and oneself · Gossips create a real avenue for friendship |
Penetration | · Employees gain and increase their power of authority through gossiping and relating themselves more closely to top-level management · Penetration is a function of gossip by which people attempt to gather information and influence others to exploit it to their advantage |