Friendship at work, yes or no ? (and why)

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Controversial subject? With our direct reports? With our bosses? As a colleague? Nuanced or... obvious?

Hjalte Niehorster · Accepted Answer

Pretty common in the US, not so much in the EU.

Daniel Volynets · Answer

Really depends on the work field in my opinion, but i think it's a really nice way to get friends that share the same interests from work, i.e if you're both designers

Dzmitry Tsemirau · Answer

With colleagues - why not, but with bosses and reports, I wouldn't.

Alex Couture · Answer

@davol As we say: birds of a feather flock together

Alex Couture · Answer

@hhn Studies have repeatedly shown the benefits of work friendships, yet one of the major obstacles to forming these bonds is cultural. I completely agree that this can vary significantly depending on the region.

Friendship at work, yes or no ? (and why)

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