Bonding is the result of establishing an emotional connection. You feel that you’re in touch with someone who cares about you and vice versa. Yet work relationships are vulnerable to emotional disconnections that require an extra effort to prevent.
The only time your boss should be a stranger to you is when you first meet. If they remain a stranger and not a trustworthy ally and mentor, neither of you is doing your job in getting to know each other. Some level of bonding is essential.
