I was able to keep my office romance a secret for 2 years. We've now been married for over a decade.

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The author and her husband.

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I worried I'd lose all my work friends when I quit. It surprisingly brought us closer together.

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Rachel Craft, left, worried about losing work friends when she quit, but they became closer instead.

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My work wife threw me under the bus to get a raise at the office. It was hard to realize I couldn't trust her anymore.

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The author feels betrayed by her work wife.

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40 best gifts for every type of boss in 2023

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6 ways to support a colleague after a layoff and exactly what you should say if you want to reach out

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Seasoned HR and workplace communication expert Carrie Skowronski shared with Insider what to say (or not say) to someone who’s been laid off or fired.

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Sarcasm, the silent treatment, and gossiping are all passive-aggressive work behaviors. Here's how to keep them out of your office culture.

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The sudden shift from in-person interactions to online communication has led to an increase in passive aggression at work.

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