If you’re navigating a close friendship at work, remember this: the strength of the relationship shouldn’t come at the expense of your professional reputation. There’s no denying that friendships at ...

Sandy Torchia is vice chair of talent and culture at KPMG U.S. “I’ve been in the office all day, but I haven’t seen anyone.” “Sorry I’m late, I’ve been in back-to-back meetings.” “I’ve been so busy ...

A Swedish pharmacy is experimenting with a “friendship hour” pilot program designed to address loneliness and workplace ...

Managers can play a key role in fostering one key factor in retention. Companies that want to boost workplace morale and retention should work on fostering office friendships. Those findings come from ...

Men and women in the workforce are redefining what makes a job worthwhile, and friendship is moving to the top of the list. That’s one of the key findings from KPMG’s Friends at Work 2.0 survey, a ...

We know that having friends at work is good for your performance and happiness. But could ChatGPT replace your happy hour bestie? According to a new study from KPMG that surveyed more than 1,000 ...

Workers may be leaning away from making friends at work — and it might be a symptom of how U.S. workers are approaching the longevity of their roles, according to recent polls from Glassdoor. Fewer ...

Starting a new job can feel like being the new kid in school all over again. You want to be liked, but not too eager to please. Friendly, but not overfamiliar. You’re trying to do well, learn fast, ...

Working from home allows for the flexibility and work-life balance that many modern employees require in order to feel content in their jobs. Therefore, being asked to return to the office can be a ...

The Friends at Work 2.0 study paints a picture of a workforce hungry for connection — and one willing to make trade-offs to find it. Men and women in the workforce are redefining what makes a job ...