How to Date Co-Workers
Most people tend to steer clear of mixing business with pleasure. However, you may find yourself attracted to one of your co-workers and wish to start up a new relationship. If this situation occurs, you'll want to figure out the rules of dating one of your colleagues.
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Read your company's policies regarding dating between co-workers. If the company forbids it, you'll likely want to keep from getting involved. You don't want to start something in secret and then get fired when found out.
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Imagine if things end badly between the two of you. Sometimes, breakups can get very messy. You don't want to end up stuck working with someone you thoroughly dislike.
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Ask out the co-worker casually. You don't want to come off as too pushy when asking out a co-worker. Instead arrange lunch together or make plans for the office to get together for drinks after work.
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Keep things professional. Leave any of your relationship drama at home and don't bring it into the office. Behave in a professional manner at all times during work hours.
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Switch departments. If you're dating a member of management, you may want to request a transfer. You don't want to fuel any office gossip in case you receive a promotion.
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Tips & Warnings
Even if your company does not have rules regarding dating co-workers, you may still want to let management know about the situation. This is especially true if either of you are high-ranking team members.
Avoid showing any affection at work. Don't hold hands, hug or kiss during your time at work.
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worryfreechick1
Aug 27, 2009
I started liking this coworker a while ago. I could never really talk to him and it always seemed as though he did not want to talk to me. I asked around about him and I think that by my doing so, it really upset him. He was promoted to another building, same company, but I find myself thinking about him a lot-wondering what if. I know what will be a great solution to my problem- moving on. I really hope that he finds someone that can make him as happy as I could. Co-worker relationships/crushes are hard to deal with sometimes, but we have all been there at some point and have learned a valuable lesson because of it...Just say no! Lata, S -
Jenniferxxxx
Jul 23, 2008
PS. Oh, and yes, don't show any physical affection at work. We sometimes sneak out into the forest and pash :o)
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Jenniferxxxx
Jul 23, 2008
PS. Oh, and yes, don't show any physical affection at work. We sometimes sneak out into the forest and pash :o)
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Jenniferxxxx
Jul 23, 2008
Hello there! I have some advice.. If it gets serious, you have to tell people, particularly in management. I am dating a coworker and we are serious (planning to get married). It gets too stressful if you keep it secret. I have had to deal with A LOT of crap from colleagues who don't like it, but some have been very supportive and it's definitely better to be open and honest. J
