Journal Reflection Chapter 14 - Relationships in the Workplace

A workplace relationship is any affiliation you have with a professional peer, supervisor, subordinate, or mentor (McCornack&Morrison, 2019, p.384). The way in which you conduct those involvements is influenced by three dimensions: status, intimacy, and choice (McCornack&Morrison, 2019, p.384). Power dynamics influence workplace relationships. The culture of the workplace also influences workplace relationships. Workplace culture is influenced by workplace values, workplace norms, and workplace artifacts. The workplace culture is dependent upon the organization you work for. Each job is different and it is important to keep that in mind when working and forming workplace relationships.

I am yet to have my first job however once I finish this semester I plan on working. I will keep this in mind when looking for jobs though. However, to relate, I would like to think that relationships at school are similar to this. In reference to college, the culture is vastly different from high school. The relationships that you form with the professors are more on a professional level in contrast to high school. I would say that my relationships with my peers are more professional as well. The environment is much more mature and professional thus influencing relationships to be as such. To conclude, I think it is important to understand the workplace environment/culture in order to create healthy and professional relationships to perform efficiently.

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