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Finding Joy
I get by with a little help from my (work) friends
Common wisdom says work is work, and friendships happen outside that. Not for me.
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Being able to turn away from the work screen and emotionally connect with someone brings joy, says the writer.
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Teo Yi Han
There are no true friends in the workplace, goes the advice on social media career posts. Keep it light. Keep things at a purely professional level.
Indeed, some are at pains to say they’re just there to work and not make friends. They make it a badge of honour to declare to your face that you’re just co-workers, not friends.
