15 Signs Your Work Friend Might Actually Also Be Your Best Friend

No matter what you do for a living, chances are that there's that one coworker that you're closer with than the others. You might not think of your work BFF as a real bestie, but you shouldn't count them out. It's time to really appreciate your work buddy; you might even discover that they are actually your closest friend!

They’ve Seen You At Your Most Stressed

Your regular friends get to see you at your best, when you’re out of work and relaxing or going out, but your work friends have seen you struggle through a tough day and been there struggling by your side. You two have survived some of your most stressful days together, and that goes a long way in forming a strong bond.

Their Constant G-Chats Are What Keep You Sane

You both keep a running commentary about what’s going on in the office, or just the world in general, throughout every day. You probably don’t realize how much these chat sessions get you through the day until that one day they call in sick and you just have to trudge through your work without getting to talk about anything fun.

They Know Exactly When You Need A Coffee Break

Work can be hard, and it’s even worse when you don’t come up for air every once in a while. And by air, I obviously mean coffee! Your work friend can always tell when you need a pick-me-up, and knows exactly how you like your coffee as well!

You Can Gossip About A Never-Ending Amount Of Work Drama

Let’s face it — you and your work friend have so much more to dish about each day than you and your regular friend. You have other co-workers with their own mysterious lives to learn or just guess about, and you know they won’t get bored if you keep talking about work stuff because they can relate to it all!

You Can Easily Talk About Work Or Personal Stuff

Your non-work friends probably get annoyed if you try to talk about work stuff for more than a few minutes, but your work BFF can happily listen and offer advice on work issues as well as personal stuff. You can really talk about anything with them.

You’re Comfortable Asking Them For Help

Your work BFF most likely does a similar job to you, so they can help you out if you’re in a rough spot. And getting help from them isn’t awkward since you’re so close anyway.

They Are Your Extra Set Of Eyes

Your work friend will let you know when the boss is heading over so you can quickly stop watching YouTube videos or online shopping.

And They’ve Got Important Intel

Not only do they watch your back, but they let you know when they hear any news around the office. Like who’s up for that promotion or even just when lunch is supposed to get here.

You Make The Best Internet Discoveries Together

Most people’s job involves a lot of time on the computer, which means that work is the optimal time to make crazy discoveries on the Internet. Obviously the first person you’d share some crazy video or picture with is the friend whose sitting at the desk across from you!

You Eat Together Every Day!

Lunch just isn’t lunch without your work BFF. How many other people can you think of that you make sure to share a meal with every single day?

You Are Happy Hour Drinking Buddies

Most bars have a happy hour that begins around the time that work lets out, so it only makes that you would get drinks with your work BFF to drown out the stress of the day.

They’re Your Partner In Crime When It Comes To “Sick” Days

We’ve all had days when we just can’t get out of bed in the morning. It’s definitely sketchy when you call off work that same morning, but luckily you have your work BFF to verify your illness, even if it’s fake, to your boss.

You’re There For Each Other In Awkward Situations

Work can be a hotbed of awkwardness, especially work parties or events. Can you imagine going to your office Christmas party without your work BFF there!? Talk about weird!

They Give You Honest Feedback

Your work friend is your friend, but they’re also a professional who knows what works and what doesn’t at your job. They won’t sugarcoat it when you ask them for feedback on a project, and that’s a good thing because it makes you better at your job. It also means that when they compliment you on something, you know they mean it!

Most Of All, They Make Work Bearable

Work is always going to be a struggle, which is why a work BFF is such a magical being. Monday mornings just aren’t so horrible with your work buddy there to greet you and tell you about their weekend.