There are two views with respect to social life – one, that a job provides people with an opportunity to build a social life, and two, that it is better to build a social life with people who are not your co-workers. In my opinion, the first view is more practical for and beneficial to both employees and the company that they work for.

Employment provides a platform for all employees to work together and build relationships, which would be beneficial to both the workers and the workplace. Cordial relationships and good rapports can build a supportive work environment and result in greater team spirit and effectiveness whilst generating collective ideas. For example, an employee who shares close bonds with his colleagues would also share respect and understanding amongst them, which would further enhance intra-organisational integration and collaboration while participating in group projects.

However, it may be better to develop social relationships outside of work to allow people with room for some distraction and relaxation after work. Building friendships with people who do not work alongside you would allow you to have a more exclusive and recreational social life, which would further cultivate professional and personal life balance. For instance, if friends do not work together, they can spend time partaking in just social conversations and personal events rather thanindulging in work related exchanges. 

In conclusion, even though some people believe in maintaining a social life with individuals outside of their job, I agree with the view that a job can be a great front to build strong social relationships resulting in greater co-operation amongst colleagues, which would allow employees and the company to reap tremendous benefits.