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Many surveys have shown that people quit work because of poor management and bad work culture. But having a work bestie makes it easier to power through a challenging workplace.

While we try to draw a line that says we want to detach our personal life from our professional life, there are also advantages to having a work bestie. Here are some of them.

They are your cheerleader

In a study, impostor syndrome was found to be common in a wide range of individuals, including working professionals, and it is often coupled with depression and anxiety. Impostor syndrome can negatively affect your performance, and it can even lead to burnout. This is where your work bestie comes in handy.

Having a work bestie can help you through challenges in the workplace. Maybe you have an important meeting coming up, or a huge client presentation, or maybe you are gearing up for a promotion -- whatever it is, having a work bestie who will remind you that you are good at what you do is a strong motivational tool.

You can build a common goal with them

If you belong to the same team or department, building a common goal can motivate you and your work bestie. It gives you an additional reason to go to work and do your job well. From the management's point of view, having a common goal increases morale and builds trust. 

They help relieve stress

Let's be honest -- venting about work to a coworker hits differently than venting to your partner, family, or friends outside of work. Being able to talk about the stress of a job to someone who can relate because they are going through the same thing makes it easier to relieve stress. It is not only that they understand what you're going through, but they may also be able to give you sound advice.