EPISODE · Aug 4, 2025 · 19 MIN
Why “I’m Not Here to Make Friends” Is Killing Your Career
from The Kindness Extremist with Shola Richards · host Shola Richards
Think friendship has no place at work? Think again. In this thought-provoking episode, Shola Richards tackles one of the most harmful myths in modern workplace culture: "I'm not at work to make friends." If you've ever been told that friendship and professionalism don’t mix, prepare to have your perspective challenged. Tune in to hear:Why the "no-friends-at-work" mindset is sabotaging careers and mental health.Real-life examples of the human cost of workplace disconnection.The surprising math that proves friendship at work is a business necessity.Three critical ways workplace friendships save your career and sanity.How to become the kind of workplace friend you want to attract. Whether you're stuck in a toxic work environment or just want to build more meaningful professional relationships, this episode delivers the clarity, strategy, and inspiration you need to make real change.🔗 Connect with Shola:Instagram – @sholarichardsWebsite – sholarichards.comRead more on Substack.This podcast is produced by https://www.micmoguls.com
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Think friendship has no place at work? Think again. In this thought-provoking episode, Shola Richards tackles one of the most harmful myths in modern workplace culture: "I'm not at work to make friends." If you've ever been told that friendship and professionalism don’t mix, prepare to have your perspective challenged. Tune in to hear: Why the "no-friends-at-work" mindset is sabotaging careers and mental health.Real-life examples of the human cost of workplace disconnection.The surpris...
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