The Dos and Don’ts of Going Out With Work Friends

Sometimes work can be stressful and for most people, hanging out with co-workers after work is a way to let out some stress with people who may have the same frustrations as you!

And although most of us love a good post-work happy hour where the drinks are flowing, the office gossip is spicy, and suddenly—boom—you’re oversharing about your situationship to your boss’s boss. *Gasps in Spanish* 

Yup, sometimes you can find yourself getting in trouble without even realizing you were getting into trouble! Well, before you risk becoming that coworker, let’s review the unspoken rules of hanging out with your work fam outside the 9-to-5 grind.

Unspoken Rules for Hanging Out with Coworkers That No One Warns You About

1. Don’t be the drunkest one. Ever. You’ll never live it down and HR will have the screenshots.
2. Save the trauma dump for your group chat. Deep convos hit differently after three margarita’s, but coworkers aren’t your therapists.
3. Know your limit and stick to it. Going from “just one drink” to “accidentally tripping over yourself in public” is a fast journey.
4. Don’t talk about work. You’re not getting overtime for bringing up client and sales numbers over chips and salsa.
5. Always ask if you can share a photo before posting it. Some people like their personal life to stay, well... personal.

Also, if your boss is there? Keep it classy. You’re not auditioning for a reality show!

The bottom line? Going out with coworkers can build friendships for life or make Monday super awkward. Choose your own adventure—wisely.

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