Contents

1. Cover
2. Title Page
3. Copyright
5. Research and References
6. Introduction: Why We Need This Book
7. PART 1:
   Why Relationships Matter at Work
   1. 1  How We Benefit from Friendships at Work
   2. 2  How Our Company Benefits from Our Friendships at Work
8. PART 2:
   What Makes All Relationships Actually Work?
   1. 3  What Is a Friendship?
   2. 4  How Friendships Are Developed
   3. 5  How to Develop Relationships at Work That Are Positive
   4. 6  How to Develop Relationships at Work That Are Consistent
   5. 7  How to Develop Relationships at Work That Are Vulnerable
9. PART 3:
   How to Make Relationships Work Better for Us
   1. 8  Healthy Goals and Expectations for Relationships at Work
   2. 9  Reducing the Impact of “Toxic” Coworkers
   3. 10  Increasing Belonging When We Feel Left Out
   4. 11  Fear of Favoritism, or Does It Have to Be Lonely at the Top?
   5. 12  Becoming Best Friends at Work
10. In Closing
11. About Free Bonus Chapter
12. Advice for Managers
13. Resources and Ideas for Friendships at Work
14. Notes