Group 1 - The average time that employees in China spend with colleagues is 8.9 hours a day, which is 1.8 times more than the time spent with partners and children combined [2] - The quality of relationships with colleagues significantly impacts work efficiency and even affects sleep quality [3] - Maintaining a professional boundary in workplace relationships is crucial for effective collaboration and personal well-being [8][22] Group 2 - It is advised not to share too much personal information with colleagues, as this can lead to misunderstandings and complications [4][5] - Engaging in workplace cliques can isolate individuals and create unnecessary conflicts, as seen in examples from popular media [9][10][11] - Helping colleagues with their work can backfire, leading to blame being placed on the helper if mistakes occur [14][16][17] Group 3 - The distinction between personal friendships and professional relationships is essential; maintaining clear boundaries helps preserve both [19][21] - The underlying logic of workplace social interactions is about maintaining boundaries for mutual benefit, rather than forming friendships [22][25][26] - A healthy colleague relationship is characterized by "weak connections," allowing for efficient collaboration without excessive personal involvement [23][24]