Magic in the Room #126: Having a Friend at Work – The Key to a Happier Workplace with James Beal and Britaney Francis
November 1, 2022
What does it take for people to be engaged in the workplace? In this episode of Magic in the Room, Luke and Hannah sit down with guests James Beal and Britaney Francis to discuss one key factor: having a friend at work. Britaney and James are great friends who work together, and this has made their experience better. However, this is not just a personal story, as research increasingly shows that having a best friend at work is critical to engagement.
You can find Britaney and James on LinkedIn:
- James Beal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-a-beal-104/
- Britaney Francis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/britaney-francis-thrp-36690942
James and Britaney used research from Gallup:
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