Making relationships at work

Work would be great — except that you can’t seem to connect with coworkers. Which makes the day seem longer, projects slower, and moments of blah-ness or insecurity at the workplace a lot more common. It’s a bummer. And a little lonely.

The thing is, your work self is not just defined by the “skills” section on your resume. It’s also about how you interact with people. How you present yourself. How you manage conflict. What you give and what you take.

• Strong bonds help us do our jobs better and improve our life as a whole. Simply said, we’re at our best when we feel safe, valued, and supported. And the benefits are magnificent:
• Good relationships spark good energy; you’ll be in a better mood, feel more confident, and minimize your stress levels — which will help you work more productively.
• Trust between team members eases decision-making, freshens perspectives, and makes way for creative insight. You’ll work more efficiently as a team, and with less friction. And that produces better results.
• You’ll create genuine relationships with the people you work with, forming a support network to count on career-wise, present and future.
• You’ll grow.

It’s never too late, even if you feel backed into a corner or pigeon-holed as a loner. Start small, and start with what feels most comfortable. Use our handy printable worksheet to see our list of 21 work relationship tips!

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PDF worksheet (1 page)