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When it comes to work and dating, most people will tell you that they stay away from the office relationship. However, within the past few years, the rise of Workplace relationships has become more and more popular. There are still dangers when it comes to the office relationship though, And you should be aware of these dangers if you choose to pursue a relationship within your workplace.
1. Consider your workplace etiquette. Are your supervisors relaxed people who have encouraged past office relationships? Or is there a specific company policy against office relationships? Have they stated before(I.E during your initial interview) that they are firmly against office dating? Some firms and companies make it very clear from the start that office dating isn’t allowed.
2.Be professional. When it comes to your behavior, you must be professional and know that sneaking off to the closet for quickies or smooches is NOT professional at all, and will be viewed as highly unprofessional and you will most likely either be fired or severely reprimanded. There is a time and a place for such things, and the office is not it.
3. Be prepared for rejection and break ups. If the few times you’d gone out with your coworker never amounted to anything, or you two had a nasty breakup, realize that you still have to WORK with this person. Leave the gossiping and rumors out of emails, and don’t talk behind their back during breaks. That is also uunprofessional at work.
