Message #4399

[countrigal]

I feel that as long as I earn respect, treat others respectively, and get respect in return, it allows any friendships that might develop to do just that.  I can't and won't be friends with everyone, but to say that I do not have close friends from work is silly.  Three of my closest friends all work for the same company as I do, though in different positions, but we all respect each other.  If 2 of us are going for the same position there's no back stabbing, bad mouthing or such.  We honestly wish each other the best and wait to see who the interviewers feel will fill the position or fit with the established team best.  We all realize that we're different people, different work habits (though actually quite similiar when you get down to it) but with differing amounts of time in service and so we all fill different niches in the facility.  I enjoy having friends that I can meet for lunch and talk about non-work related items, it helps me keep from feeling like I'm living to work.  But none of it happens without respect.