Work friendships are a double-edged sword. While they can make the workplace more enjoyable, they may also lead to conflicts between professional roles and personal connections.
Acknowledge any tension. When co-worker friends disagree, they can experience 'role confusion'--they're not sure if it's more important to be a good employee or a good friend.
Experts say it's best to be up front about any tension. Explain changes in dynamics, especially in supervisor-subordinate relationships, to avoid misunderstandings.
Be patient. Once you've shared personal information with a work friend, remember that it could impact your working relationship if things go wrong.
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