Sunday, March 4, 2012

Closer than the average co-worker.(workplace intimacy can enhance job satisfaction)(Brief Article)

The company picnic. The office Christmas party. Those functions are more than just the company's way of thanking employees for their hard work. They're also designed to increase the level of intimacy between co-workers, so everyone can work even better together.

"Workplace intimacy shouldn't be confused with sexuality," cautions B.J. Walker, director of community operations for the Illinois Department of Human Services in both Chicago and Springfield. Walker defines intimacy as genuine caring; being concerned about and considerate of fellow team members, as the team works together to accomplish a common goal.

"Intimacy between co-workers and colleagues begins …

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