{"id":15361,"date":"2022-03-31T15:02:22","date_gmt":"2022-03-31T09:32:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/?p=15361"},"modified":"2023-01-09T16:06:50","modified_gmt":"2023-01-09T10:36:50","slug":"14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace","title":{"rendered":"14 Ways to Improve Your Relationships with Colleagues in the Workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Participate_in_Team_Events\" >Participate in Team Events\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#PraiseAppreciate_them\" >Praise\/Appreciate them\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Respond_Timely\" >Respond Timely\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Avoid_Gossiping\" >Avoid Gossiping\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Stay_Humble\" >Stay Humble\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Respect_others_Time\" >Respect others Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Welcome_New_Teammates\" >Welcome New Teammates\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Think_before_you_Speak\" >Think before you Speak\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Bring_Snacks_Share_them\" >Bring Snacks &amp; Share them<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Lend_a_Helping_Hand\" >Lend a Helping Hand\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Initiate_Plans_to_Chill\" >Initiate Plans to Chill<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Be_a_Good_Listener\" >Be a Good Listener\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Avoid_Annoying_Habits\" >Avoid Annoying Habits\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/14-ways-to-improve-your-relationships-with-colleagues-in-the-workplace\/#Settle_Differences_Calmly\" >Settle Differences Calmly\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Did you know that you spend more time at the office than at home? On average, if you work 8 hours a day, that&#8217;s 40 hours a week, leading to 2000 hours a year. That&#8217;s a lot!<\/p>\n<p>So, whether you spend so much time (with the same people) silently or not, it does get tough (more than required sometimes). Thus, having sober and good working relationships will only bring you comfort and peace. Also, it will make the office a happier place for you!<\/p>\n<p>So, if you want to bring about a positive change, take a look below at the 14 ways to improve relationships with colleagues in the workplace.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Participate_in_Team_Events\"><\/span><strong>Participate in Team Events\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media2.giphy.com\/media\/iFIx4IIef4VP6bpJXM\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47h1d1ggskj70e4cd12stvlmgqrpwoluwo2upvepye&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Participate in Team Events\u00a0\" width=\"390\" height=\"390\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The easiest way to show your fun and playful side are by participating in team events. Be it as small as Secret Santa or big as doing a show, either way, you get to interact and kickstart good working relationships.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PraiseAppreciate_them\"><\/span><strong>Praise\/Appreciate them\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media3.giphy.com\/media\/v15ubCnzRWTDL676DW\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47cf8t9srqujme141w2ssonr51mik8f5krojyqklph&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Praise\/Appreciate them\u00a0\" width=\"390\" height=\"390\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>We don&#8217;t always get the much-needed praise from our managers or colleagues. If you see a co-worker do or achieve something, make sure to appreciate them. Little words of praise (written or verbal) make a lot of difference, thus leading to good relationships with colleagues in the workplace.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Respond_Timely\"><\/span><strong>Respond Timely\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 490px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media1.giphy.com\/media\/IeXFukXyYpYnv2Jiw9\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e474r2t51a4m4ljsv5tjlludq7iif0fduskjvbaepbo&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Respond Timely\u00a0\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Everyone wants to finish their tasks and move on, but if those tasks depend partially on you, you must close them. Respond to e-mails or calls whether to give a green signal or report errors. For good working relationships, you need to avoid last-minute work.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Gossiping\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Gossiping\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 485px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media0.giphy.com\/media\/8JZ816bPxBHAwQXa1Y\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e473xope0cmukjskntv5v5nshbgvo6i4qbe3oercip5&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Avoid Gossiping\u00a0\" width=\"475\" height=\"310\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>One of the top ways to develop effective working relationships is to steer clear of gossip. As hard as it seems, you must make a conscious effort to not show (at least blatantly) that you&#8217;re a gossip queen. Let&#8217;s fight this human nature to build better relationships with colleagues in the workplace.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay_Humble\"><\/span><strong>Stay Humble\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 490px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media1.giphy.com\/media\/l1lgjxfmHAjpMm73AY\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e473k2igdxpb7ejxya91wkk6y3xcot27lf4hs2i2ox5&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Stay Humble\u00a0\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The best accessory you can wear is humbleness. However, it is not the same as selling yourself short, rather, not boasting about your skills or achievements. Let your work do the talking!<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Respect_others_Time\"><\/span><strong>Respect others Time<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 457px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media3.giphy.com\/media\/xTiN0MBQkCXQ92z5PG\/giphy.gif?cid=790b7611041997b272c46824b84e95e7e0c1360085304770&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Respect others Time\" width=\"447\" height=\"298\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Being respectful of someone else&#8217;s time means being prompt and punctual. If you are none, you cannot gain respect from your colleagues. One of the ways to develop effective working relationships requires you to deliver deadlines, reach the office and communicate things on time.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Welcome_New_Teammates\"><\/span><strong>Welcome New Teammates\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 478px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media3.giphy.com\/media\/LrY6OiICHS1TWZpGkf\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47o055kwf0m3ivpi0x6b4g741ux7ki356akxp907x3&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Welcome New Teammates\u00a0\" width=\"468\" height=\"263\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Do you remember your first day in the office? Your nervousness and shyness were at their peak. So, why not be a friendly co-worker and help the new joiner become comfortable? A warm welcome from you will lead to happy relationships with colleagues in the workplace.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Think_before_you_Speak\"><\/span><strong>Think before you Speak\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 252px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media3.giphy.com\/media\/MXXcWXxwKEuKGjiaTr\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47jug3vtctg8cbgmkq5vcpsb4uqj0ohgeh6yhbkvlj&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Think before you Speak\u00a0\" width=\"242\" height=\"427\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Many a time, you crack a joke, not realising how insensitive it is. That is why, it is vital to think before you say anything, even with your closest work friends.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bring_Snacks_Share_them\"><\/span><strong>Bring Snacks &amp; Share them<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 483px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media3.giphy.com\/media\/l1J3vV5lCmv8qx16M\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e4723z8c4mm0cekt5rraol1dlw7v5ln04x6e3td8f9t&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Bring Snacks &amp; Share them\" width=\"473\" height=\"266\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Follow the importance of work relationships by becoming the snacks lady or man. Just like in school, the one with goodies was everyone&#8217;s favourite, you can be the famous one in your team too.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lend_a_Helping_Hand\"><\/span><strong>Lend a Helping Hand\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 392px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media2.giphy.com\/media\/vl8BC00KCbLJ5IdFEM\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47h0kj8zcqgq4ax9ta3zjr6nr0cwoi10tzhxhmcv4z&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Lend a Helping Hand\u00a0\" width=\"382\" height=\"367\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Office spaces can become very hectic, and a helping hand can make a ton of difference. Whether they need assistance in work or personal life, your offer will lead to a great rapport and good working relationships.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Initiate_Plans_to_Chill\"><\/span><strong>Initiate Plans to Chill<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 490px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media3.giphy.com\/media\/2OemgYYx3lWyNfAX45\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47ii94gxsoydg54t014yuk59douy1d3lkuw0d5cu7b&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Initiate Plans to Chill\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>One of the great ways to develop effective working relationships is to show your interest in spending time with them. Initiate plans to go for after-office drinks, have a nice lunch or do some activities that build stronger bonds.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_a_Good_Listener\"><\/span><strong>Be a Good Listener\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 426px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/media2.giphy.com\/media\/LOKN4X2h1q9R4gieSf\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47iojpkiep9kx30u2vv7iya27e5xu4vja4ktjt11vy&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Be a Good Listener\u00a0\" width=\"416\" height=\"347\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This is the number 1 rule to having smooth relationships with colleagues in the workplace. If you are not a good listener, you&#8217;re not worthy of being a confidante. Just listen to your friend or manager ranting without offering any advice or taunts. Sometimes, an ear is all they need!<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Annoying_Habits\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Annoying Habits\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 466px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/media0.giphy.com\/media\/3oz8xKrzDB2d5XT5Cw\/giphy.gif?cid=790b7611baf64eeeebfab4ca6d757a3e0a72ada73aeb5885&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Avoid Annoying Habits\u00a0\" width=\"456\" height=\"342\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>One of many ways to develop effective working relationships is to keep a check on your habits. Be it chewing with an open mouth, smelly body odour, whistling, or anything else done at home will not always be welcomed in the office space.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Settle_Differences_Calmly\"><\/span><strong>Settle Differences Calmly\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 379px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/media2.giphy.com\/media\/3ohs4Az5xSJj0RYrss\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47565w5c093wb21024ksoea8jf5sla72ts1qn3nvl1&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Settle Differences Calmly\u00a0\" width=\"369\" height=\"369\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: GIPHY<\/p><\/div>\n<p>There are no two people with the same mind, so a group of people will bring different ideas to the table. Thus, leading to conflicts that have to be resolved quickly and calmly. For good working relationships, you must shake hands on the problem and work towards a solution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that you spend more time at the office than at home? On average, if you work 8 hours a day, that&#8217;s 40 hours a week, leading to 2000 hours a year. That&#8217;s a lot! 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