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Benefits of having a workplace bestie: From collaboration, support, productivity, and friendly competition, to laughter... these are just a few values of having close working friendships. As we talk to people from different industries, we'll learn about the different types of friendships and the value they bring, all within the span of a workday." Work Besties:-)
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Send us a text On this episode of Power of Connections, we dive deep into Urmi's passion for finance and how her journey from university to the workplace has been fueled by mentorship and meaningful relationships. We explore how building strong connections can enhance job satisfaction and retention, and why mentorship is a two-way street where both…
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Send us a text This episode is your backstage pass into our world, packed with humor, camaraderie, and, of course, a few well-placed complaints about the chaos of daily life. From Claude’s rhythmic gymnastics days (yep, you read that right!), which taught her teamwork and perseverance, to Jess’s journey in mastering conflict resolution, we explore …
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Walking & Talking : Renee & Christine
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Send us a text Christine and Renee, two vibrant teachers from New Jersey, turn their daily walks into lively sessions of laughter and connection. As they share classroom triumphs and funny mishaps, their friendship becomes a vital source of emotional support in the challenging world of middle school special education. Through their chats, they high…
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Send us a text Ryan (@worldsokayestschoolpsch) and Danielle, a school psychologist and a BCBA, dive into their work bestie/work sibling bond—basically, their secret weapon for surviving the wild world of special education. They chat about how having a partner in crime helps them tackle stress, share laughs, and commiserate over the daily chaos. The…
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Send us a text What if one chance meeting changes your life? In this episode, Kristina and Mary-Kate, the visionary co-founders of Plum and Sage, recount how these two work besties turned their serendipitous meeting on a work project into a powerful business partnership dedicated to uplifting women over 45. Listen as Claude & Jess, the hosts of wor…
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Rev. Naeemah's Take on Work Besties (Part 2)
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Send us a text Today's episode features Reverend Naeemah (@naeemahlife), AGAIN! She offers so many insights we could not fit all the content in one episode. So she is back and this time she offers a refreshing perspective on the concept of work besties. Instead of actively seeking out a close work friend, she recommends a more organic approach: let…
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When Life Gets in the Way
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Send us a text "Life can be challenging, but strong work bestie partnerships get us through." It's our Quinceanera!!!! For the 15th episode, Claude & Jess discuss the challenges of balancing it all and how important it is to have those supportive work besties in your life to ground you. Share your experiences and let us know how your work besties s…
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Send us a text In this episode, Jess and Claude discuss the concept of vision boards and their personal experiences with them. They talk about the purpose of vision boards, how to create them, and the importance of staying authentic throughout the journey. They also express their aspirations for the podcast, including having influential guests and …
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J & C and the ONGOING Debate
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Send us a text Can you be work besties with someone you report into? or someone who reports into you? Listen to Jess, Claude and Naeemah debate over this topic. And let us know your thoughts! Email us : workfriend@workbestieswhopodcast.com DM on IG @workbestieswhopodcast You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG and TikTok Please ra…
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Find Your Tribe in a Challenging Work Environment (Part 1)
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Send us a text In this conversation, Rev. Naeemah Leonard, Claude and Jess discuss their experiences of building strong relationships in the workplace, particularly during challenging times. They emphasize the importance of finding a supportive tribe and detaching from negative experiences. Using many metaphors examples are discussed around the rol…
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Send us a text Lindsay and Maria, two artists in the theater industry, share their journey of friendship and collaboration. They met while working on a show together and instantly connected. Their bond grew stronger as they navigated the challenges of being artists in New York City and supported each other through personal and professional struggle…
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Send us a text Karen and Mo share their journey of becoming work besties and the strong bond they formed over the years. They met while working at the same organization and initially had some conflicts, but Mo's guidance and support helped Karin navigate the challenges. They became inseparable and supported each other through personal and professio…
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The Many Shades of Work Besties
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Send us a text Ellene, a long-term work bestie of Jess, stops by to explain the importance of having work besties and how these friendships can evolve over the years leading to new jobs, careers, friends and even finding you your significant other. She also details how work besties relationships can be different helping to define them as Work Niece…
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Send us a text Supportive work friendships can have a significant impact on your personal and professional growth. This week's guest, Carrie, discusses her work bestie friendship with Claude and many others throughout her career, one of which led to her co-founding a company! They developed Comfy Boobz & Body, a natural relief balm for sweaty and r…
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Send us a text What do you get when you cross Healthcare workers who are Work Besties with what they do for fun?? The B$tchy Angels...oh wait that's the name of their favorite drink. You get AMAZING Hair! No that's not right either.... well I guess you will need to listen in to hear about this unique pair who finish each others sentences, share ear…
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Send us a text Claude & Jess (co-hosts) will be discussing a recent article in the Harvard Business Review around Intergenerational Friendships at Work; as well as sharing some of the funnier behind the scenes from last weeks episode with the 3 lovely Beauty Junkies (aka Jess K's Work BFFs). For those who shared tips on podcasting we thank you and …
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Send us a text Happy National Treat Yo Self Week (March 29th). There is no better way to treat yourself than with a Beauty Product and hanging with your Best Friends..... after all Beauty Bonds All or at least these 4 ex coworkers! In this episode, Jess (co-host) and her 3 Beauty Junkies ( Work BFFs) discuss how they became work besties and the imp…
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Send us a text Fogel and Grill, work besties and TikTok creators share their journey of becoming close friends at work. They discuss their first impressions of each other, their love for dancing and singing, and the fun they have during their lunch breaks. In this conversation, Fogel and Grill highlight the benefits of their friendship. And how wit…
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Send us a text In honor of National Prank Day (March 13th), Jessica & Claude discuss with Noah & Sebastian their shared experiences with pranks and jokes in the workplace. Spoiler, Noah & Sebastian also worked for Jessica and one of their biggest pranks was on her! Listen to how Noah and Sebastian formed a bond through their shared sense of pranks,…
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Send us a text Yes Claude & Jess really are work besties! Learn all about how we became work besties. And find out what do we REALLY know about each other? And what do we see as the benefits of our work bestie friendship from each other to those we support and our company? Work Besties! Theme Song by Ralph Lentini @therallyband You can watch the fu…
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Send us a text Welcome to Work Besties Who Podcast! Jess & Claude explain why they wanted to start this podcast and give details on what to expect for the upcoming season. Learn More From The Articles Cited: The Power of Work Friends (hbr.org) The Increasing Importance of a Best Friend at Work (gallup.com) You can watch the full episode on Youtube …
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