Comment on thick skinned employees, how can you be so thick skinned?
glimse@lemmy.world 3 days ago
After the resulting shit from being friends with my coworkers at my first “real” job, I avoid work socialization as much as possible. I’ve been with my currently company for 3 years and have only given my number to 3 people…two of which just wanted pictures of my dog since I stopped using Instagram.
Nobody knows me that well and I like it that way. Nobody asks me to fix their computer, nobody shares the latest gossip. If they try, I say “oh wow” and then look back at my screen
angrystego@lemmy.world 2 days ago
I understand at some jobs you just don’t meet compatible people and this is the better strategy. But I can’t help but feel it’s a bit sad. I made some long lasting friendships at my job. It all depends on the situation.
glimse@lemmy.world 2 days ago
I’ve had several jobs since then and met a few lifelong friends but the point is none of that matters when you’re on the clock. Don’t get involved in the drama and don’t date your coworkers (unless you work in hospitality, I guess)