The article emphasizes the importance of nurturing work friendships outside the workplace. The author shares their experience with Kate, a colleague turned friend, highlighting their decision to maintain their relationship through regular FaceTime chats despite never meeting in person. This intentional approach has allowed their connection to deepen over three years, illustrating that digital friendships can be just as meaningful as in-person ones. The anticipation of eventually meeting adds a significant layer to their bond, making it feel like a natural progression rather than an entirely new beginning.
I know it will happen eventually. And when it does, it'll feel like a natural next step - not the beginning of our friendship, but just another chapter.
We've kept up virtually so far, but our friendship is very real.
I decided to be more intentional with my friend Kate, who I met at work.
That's probably how it would've gone if we hadn't made the conscious and slightly unusual decision to set up standing FaceTime chats.
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