Friendships with your co-workers are inevitable — and a great way to connect to your workplace — but it's important to set a few conversation boundaries. Avoid these topics to maintain a sense of professionalism and keep your office relationships work-appropriate.
Office rumors: There will always be cubicle gossip, but that doesn't mean you need to participate. You want to be known for your work, not your rumor radar. Even if you trust a co-worker and your intentions are good, there's still a chance that you'll be misunderstood, overheard, or otherwise caught up in the drama. Use your wit to comment on last night's TV highlights instead.
Intimate issues: Of course you'll mention the happenings in your life to the people around you, but remember to set limits on what you reveal. Even if you feel close to your co-workers, they're still your co-workers, and some things simply shouldn't be shared with office-mates. The high points of your family holiday? Fair game. The nitty-gritty details of your personal relationships? Unnecessary. When in doubt, ask yourself if it's something you'd want your superiors to know. That will put things in perspective.
Dollars and cents: It's no secret that salary talk should be avoided, but it's not just paychecks that ought to remain private. Debt, mortgage, and loans — yours or anyone else's — are a personal concern, and if money matters come up, the best thing to do is sidestep the subject and steer the conversation elsewhere.
You will and should befriend the people who work alongside you, because getting along with co-workers can make your 9 to 5 pass in a snap. Just remember that those relationships are rooted in the workplace, so how and what you communicate can shape your business reputation.
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Good advice. I learned it the hard way. We shouldn't confuse work acquaintance-ships with real friendships. Also, love your taste in pants!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great post with so many great tips! I feel like people get so comfortable in their workspace that they start making poor decisions.
ReplyDelete100% agree that these should not be discussed at work!
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Great advice!! It's always best to keep it as professional as possible at work, you never know.
ReplyDeleteI'm a kindergarten teacher, so my work week wardrobe is probably pretty different from most people's. But I do wear the same three pairs of stretchy athletic pants (different colors) and a variety of shirts to keep it simple!
ReplyDeleteI love pants and they are so comfortable to wear all year round. The Wed and Thurs' pants look super cute and I like the stip one as it will elongate my body.
ReplyDeleteLoving all your outfits for the week. Such nice colors and how you put them together.
ReplyDeleteSuper love all of them, amazing!!! I love your style a lot. My favorite is the first one, love itl
ReplyDeleteI guess I should be happy to avoid the office "drama" since I work alone at home haha. But simultaneously - online work drama can be just as intense!
ReplyDeleteLove all your work looks! Also love these tips. I used to work in HR and people would get themselves into a pickle by discussing things that shouldn't be discussed. Yikes!! Everyone who works, needs to read this!
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Those striped pants are awesome! love how you styled them!
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Love this post. Such great tips for work etiquette and I love all of your office outfits.
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Love Wednesday’s look! Also, your advise is on point! It’s better to be careful on how much one shares at work!
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Yes to this! I have always thought making friends at work is always a plus but there are certain things that you just don't mention to them because at the end of the day they are work friends. I mean some do turn into really good friends that's why you have to be a good judge it case by case.
ReplyDeleteThis is so true. I never discuss my private situations with anyone, I've always believed that they are certain topics that should be reserved for family and our significant other. Loved your Monday look<3
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Love your work looks and totally agree with this!! Definitely believe there is a time and place for everything, especially topics of discussion at work!
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This is such good advice! When I worked at an office I made an effort to keep feelings and emotion out of the work and not to get too personal. In the long haul it was good!
ReplyDeleteThese are definitely some things to stay away from discussion wise in the office. Love your outfits!
ReplyDeleteI am absolutely agree with you, these things are should be avoided and should not be discuss during or even after work. Nice outfits, I like it!
ReplyDeleteAll great advice and I love your outfits in the photos! Working in an office can be stressful, especially with certain unnecessary things going on, but these are all great tips for keeping a healthy work environment for all! -Sondra Barker @cuisineandtravel.com
ReplyDeleteI agree, personal matters must be kept private. I love the wide leg pants look!
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Love this! These are really smart tips. Especially the office gossip thing!
ReplyDeleteLove the dress and wide leg trousers...what a great look for the week!
ReplyDeleteThese are cool outfits and some good advice for how to keep the workplace a gossip-free and safe environment for everyone.
ReplyDeleteThese three are 100% spot on! I couldn't agree more.
ReplyDeleteI am so casual when it comes to working. I like pants that go with several blouses, shirts, etc. Great suggestions
ReplyDeleteLove your Thursday outfit and I do agree that office rumors and gossips exists but this is something we should not participate in.
ReplyDeleteYou are looking Nice. Truly I agree with you, You should be avoided and should not be discuss during or even after work.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great reminder and so well said! Also love all of your looks!!
ReplyDeleteThese are great looks for a day at the office. Your tips about what to share are helpful too!
ReplyDeleteAMEN! I love this!!
ReplyDeleteNo rumors = no drama in any kind of environment. Thanks for these tips.
ReplyDeletei agree-not every topic is workplace friendly. you have to keep things professional always!
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