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Originally Posted by 450slcguy
You need to understand that most people you now call "friends" are nothing more than associates, classmates, and colleagues sharing a common interest at a particular moment in time. When that common interest no longer exists, you'll quickly discover how many of those "friends" are complete strangers that you never really knew at all. Never ever share personal information or let your guard down for one moment when dealing with these types of people, especially in a competitive environment such as a work place.
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I learned that the hard way two summers ago-- I'll never mix business with pleasure again. It ruins both aspects altogether. I'm exceptionally competitive, and giving someone an edge by showing my soft spot happened only once. Based on the fact my coworker and I despise each other now, I don't foresee that happening again any time soon.
As far as my 'friends' at school go, I have never held them to the same standards I do at home. In Connecticut I only have maybe 5-6 friends, but I know that they are there for anything I need within their ability. At school, well... Let's just say I have given more than I have gotten...