Team building at work is a great way to get to know your colleagues, boost your relationship with your boss and feel comfortable at work.
Here are a few ways you can strengthen those workplace relationships.
Start saying hello
There are many people you meet at work – from colleagues and mangers to customers and clients. You might also encounter people from different parts of the company while taking breaks or in the canteen.
It is a great way to network and meet people in different job roles. This can help you find new opportunities or impress a potential customer.
Something as simple as a hello or bit of small talk is a great way to build new relationships.
Team building at work
There are many ways you can strengthen workplace relationships, including:
- Being a good communicator – listen to those around you and be confident meeting new people
- Expressing appreciation – offer praise if someone helps you and offer help to others who need it
- Giving feedback – to help people learn and develop
- Setting clear boundaries – workplace relationship should always remain professional.
Always talk to colleagues openly and honestly – and avoid any workplace gossip.
Strengthening strained relationships
Sometimes, workplace relationships might be hard. Maybe you had a disagreement with a colleague – or you received some harsh feedback from a customer.
It is important to stay calm and professional – and find ways to improve the relationship:
- Be polite when talking to people, even if they are getting agitated with you
- Try to get to know them – you might just be very different people
- Focus on what you have in common – and your shared role to do well at work.
Not all relationships need to be perfect at work, but it is important to feel comfortable in the workplace.
Always talk to people about any issues and always remain polite and friendly.
