Why You Need Friends at Work [Infographic] - The Muse

Why You Need Friends at Work Infographic - The MuseWhy You Need Friends at Work Infographic Did you take the job to make friends? No, probably not. That would be quite low on the list of good reasons to accept an offer. But having them sure is a perk, isnt it? Working with people you like can literally help power you through the day.And in case you think this is an exaggeration and that work pals are just good for grabbing a beer with at the end of a long week, take this statement about the crucial nature of work friends from the infographic below Office friendships have a direct link with engagement and productivity. The infographic is, in fact, full of insightful nuggets, but as someone who values your work friends, you probably wont be too surprised at the findings. Those seemingly pointless conversations you have with co-workers while waiting for the coffee to finish brewing or on your way to a meeting? Theyre not nothing. In fact, the data shows that having friends at the geschf tszimmer can actually help your career. A few minutes of non-work related banter can be viewed as a distracting force, or it can be seen as an engagement-enhancing break. So, its not just your social life that stands to benefit from these relationships but your professional life, too.Think about it When youre in good spirits, youre likely to find it easier to complete your to-do list- from the tedious, mundane tasks to the ones that require more creative energy. You dont have to have a best friend- though if youre lucky enough to have a work BFF, well then, you may be one of the 50% of people who say that its resulted in having a strong connection with the company. But just having any friends means youre likely to be happier at work, and if youre happy, youre engaged, and when youre engaged, you produce better work. You open yourself up to challenges. And maybe you even propose new and exciting ideas to your boss, bolstered by your co-workers praise and encouragement. The fact is, t he workday can be long and exhausting, so it really helps if youre surrounded by people who you actually enjoy. Whats more The more friendly you are with the people you see every day, the happier youll be, explains Muse writer Kaitlyn Russell. So, the next time you catch yourself not doing your work and instead chatting with a colleague, go ahead and pat yourself on the back for cultivating those work relationships. It means youre going places.