When it comes to building relationships at work it helps to share personal stories, however offering too much information can be a career killer, Forbes advises in an article on workplace bonding.
Social networking sites such as Facebook and MySpace are of particular concern in this area as they are becoming an increasingly common way for colleagues to communicate.
While New Rules at Work author Barbara Pachter says it's beneficial to connect with colleagues, she warns social website users to consider the consequences of their banter.
For example, the article asks: "Do you want your boss or a potential boss to see images of you making out with your significant other or reading that blog post about your credit card debt?"
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