How do you respond to trash talk?

Know yourself. Some people can best respond to trash talk by ignoring it entirely, while others will do best to respond with trash talk of your own. “I see a parallel between how one deals with trash talk and how a comedian deals with a heckler,” said McGinn. “Personality is important.” Try ignoring it. You don’t have to respond to everything.

Is it OK to trash talk your teammates?

Don’t trash talk your teammates. Per the Wharton School’s studies, doing so can turn your teammates into your rivals. For those receiving trash talk: Don’t take it personally. Bernstein writes that communication norms are different in the world of competition, and aggressive talk is commonplace.

Is trash talk effective in football?

As the research indicates, trash talk is most effective at disrupting opponents who have creative responsibilities. Bernstein writes, “Trash talk the quarterback to distract him, not the defensive tackle.”

Does trash talk Make you Better at your job?

A new study from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, published in the journal Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, shows that trash talk can help you perform better—but only on certain tasks, Elizabeth Bernstein writes for the Wall Street Journal.

How do you deal with trash talk in a friendship?

Trash talk should be funny, lighthearted, and not cause permanent offense or ruin friendships. Identify the situation. If you are only joking around with your friends on the soccer field, meaningless jokes are an effective way to go. Keep it informal and light.

Should you trash talk in an online forum?

The same rule applies in online forums—if other participants enjoy trash talk or are already engaging in it, go ahead and join in. If the crowd is more conservative and prefers a quieter atmosphere, you should avoid bothering competitors with your trash talking.