How does this reader confront their “work bestie,” who makes racist and transphobic comments?

After all, a work bestie isn’t just a great friend – they can also become a massive support to us at work, helping us through tough days in the office.

A study by HR platform Nectar found that more than two-thirds of workers crave closer colleague connections — with a whopping 80% of 18- to 24-year-olds longing for a work bestie.

And remember, there’s no work bestie without work. With proper self-discipline, you can work and mingle with more productivity. So hold your horses before you yap away the entire day.

With that, a simple birthday wish can go a long way in deepening your relationship with your coworkers. Whether you’re writing a card, Slack message, or planning a group email, here are 50 ways ...

The Work Life newsletter is taking a break over the holidays and will return in the new year. In today’s hybrid work world, having a work bestie isn’t just a nice perk – it’s a game ...

A Marriott employee says she texts her 'work bestie' about on-the-job issues, sparking a conversation on workplace friendships.

“Gallup has repeatedly shown that having best friends at work is key to employee engagement and job success,” Alok Patel and Stephanie Plowman wrote about the company’s poll on workplace ...

A focused approach to workplace relationships, like having a work bestie, can offer a unique blend of support and understanding, contributing positively to one’s career and overall job satisfaction.

I, a non-trusting person who usually keeps people at arm’s length, believed I had found a new “bestie”. But, once in a while and completely unexpectedly, T goes into a “mean girl” mode.

And remember, there’s no work bestie without work. With proper self-discipline, you can work and mingle with more productivity. So hold your horses before you yap away the entire day.