Layoffs and other workplace stresses have taken a toll on morale, but working relationships survived
With many workers spending five days a week and perhaps 40 or more hours each week in the office and interacting with colleagues, a positive working environment is an important aspect of most jobs.
Given many businesses are still struggling as the economic downturn lingers, it would be understandable that management stress and worry over layoffs could erupt into office fights or unspoken tension.
But according to a new survey from global staffing agency Accountemps, 87 percent of professionals responding admit to having a "good rapport" with supervisors and an overwhelming 95 percent are friendly with colleagues.
"In good times and bad, building strong relationships with peers and supervisors is a priority for most professionals," said Max Messmer, chairman of Accountemps.
"Employers must continually nurture a culture in which employees feel valued and engaged - workers who enjoy interacting with each other not only make the office more pleasant, but also produce better work," he added.
