Psychologists say, though, that having a close friendship at work can make us more productive.
They get sick less often, suffer fewer accidents, and change jobs less frequently.
They even have more satisfied customers.
It’s also because there is more on the line.
Feeling a connection with colleagues can motivate employees to work harder for a simple reason.
When colleagues are close, a poor effort means more than a dissatisfied customer or an unhappy manager.
It means letting down your friends.
So, let’s hear it.
Do you have one or more close friendships at work?
Or is it time to start making workplace friends?
(The article below offers some suggestions for doing so, including sharing your problems.)
You Need a Work Best Friend| New York Magazine
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