Is Dating A Co-Worker a Smart idea??!!

Is having a Relationship at Work a smart thing to do?

- I like the New coworker, what now?

- I've been working with someone for a while and I think they like me too, what do I do now?

- Do I ask my coworker to go on a date with me?

- Is Dating at the workplace a good idea?

- Is there a law for dating at work?

- Why do I like my coworker?



We know that being in a Relationship and then working together can work out just fine but does Working together first and then being in a Relationship also work?

Let us know your opinion!

Do you know any success stories?

Much LOVE
PAX&Q

 

Before you decide to pursue your coworker: Check to see what your company policy is regarding dating in the workplace. Many companies forbid it entirely, others forbid it based on chain of command, and so on. (Usually, if the coworker is in your direct chain of command, or your theirs, it is typically not allowed.) Generally speaking, dating a coworker can be difficult, at best, and often not worth it. If the relationship does not go well, it often makes the workplace awkward, or worse. You have to be able to separate work from your love life, and many people find that difficult. While it isn't impossible, there are risks involved.

There is a reason the phrase "You don't dip your pen in the company ink" came to be. It is usually best to keep your work life, and personal life separate to avoid any potential conflicts or drama. Ultimately, you have to decide if it is worth the potential problems, IF it is allowed by the company you work for to begin with. If it is not allowed, the chances of sneaking around and not being caught, are rarely in your favor. Entirely too many people enjoy gossip in the average workplace.

As for why you like your coworker, only you can answer that.

 

Another way to say it is "you don't put your meat where you make your bread."

 

While I'd possibly be willing to take up with one who was interested, anyone I work with is "work zoned", and would never be inclined to pursue.

 

"Work Zoned" Like it!

 

I’m on the fence here. On one hand if the relationship develops, it will only lead to problems at work. Other workers will quit and move on. Then, if you live together or marry you can’t separate work from relationship. In my opinion that’s not good. My wife and I are retired semi professionals and we needed time to vent about our work. Can’t do that if you are co workers.
On the other hand having a “Friend with Benefits (Fuck Buddy) could work. But then you would have a Big problem with the human resource department, if things fall apart. That’s not good either. I say don’t do it. JMHO

 

Thanks! That's a good POV to share!!

 

I dated a coworker back in 1986. We were married in 1988. Thirty years and three kids later, we’re still together, still in love, and looking forward to the next 30 years (but we’re done having kids!)