Why People You Work With Are Not Your Real Friends

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Why might your co-worker want to be ahead of you in the 'game' at work?

They are competitive people by nature

They enjoy playing games during work hours

They are not really your friends

They want to win at work and get better positions (correct)

How does the analogy of rowing to different places help explain work relationships?

It highlights the importance of working alone

It shows that co-workers may have different goals or dreams (correct)

It suggests that co-workers are always in competition

It implies that you should never share your dreams with co-workers

What risk is highlighted when you share personal information with work friends?

They might use what they know about you against you (correct)

They might become your true friends

They could help you achieve your goals faster

They will keep your secrets forever

What is the main reason why people at work might not be considered your real friends?

Their goals and dreams might differ from yours Signup and view all the answers

How does the author describe the relationship between work and games?

In both work and games, everyone wants to do a good job Signup and view all the answers

What is the key message the text conveys about relationships at work?

Be cautious about the level of trust you place in work relationships Signup and view all the answers

What should you be careful about when interacting with colleagues?

Sharing personal information without thinking Signup and view all the answers

How does the text compare changes at work to changes in a game?

Changes at work can result in strained relationships Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text recommend having friends outside of work?

To have a wider social circle Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about friendships at work?

They are solely based on the game being played Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text compare work to a game?

To highlight that the dynamics at work can change suddenly Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the recommended actions for maintaining a healthy work-life balance?

Making friends outside of the workplace Signup and view all the answers

Why People You Work With Are Not Your Real Friends

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Questions and Answers

Why might your co-worker want to be ahead of you in the 'game' at work?

How does the analogy of rowing to different places help explain work relationships?

What risk is highlighted when you share personal information with work friends?

What is the main reason why people at work might not be considered your real friends?

How does the author describe the relationship between work and games?

What is the key message the text conveys about relationships at work?

What should you be careful about when interacting with colleagues?

How does the text compare changes at work to changes in a game?

Why does the text recommend having friends outside of work?

What does the text suggest about friendships at work?

Why does the text compare work to a game?

What is one of the recommended actions for maintaining a healthy work-life balance?

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