This ground- breaking book utilises in-depth qualitative research to analyse gay men's friendships at work; investigating the theme via several philosophical and sociological routes. It examines how workplace friendships are established, developed and organised and impacted by organisational factors. It illuminates the significance of these friendships for the participants and how a clearer and stronger self image can develop as a result. For sociologists and management studies academics this will prove a practical and informative resource.