I had this brilliant idea to post this poll on Facebook and use my massive number of connections to provide data which would help me write something brilliant and epic. But the poll apps on Facebook suck the big one. Poo on them.
So, here is the poll! Tell me what you think about dating someone at work.
I'm a little on the fence on this subject. I might write more after the poll results come in, but here are some initial thoughts:
1. You have to see him all the time.
2. Your co-workers will inevitably find out and you will be the subject of hard-core gossip.
3. If it doesn’t work out… see #1.
On the other hand,
1. You get to see him all the time.
2. You spend so much time at work and there are so many people there, it would be foolish to not take advantage of that candidate pool.
3. Lots in common to start a conversation.
So vote! And comment if you have stories to share.
Trying to stay positive,
Skeptic
Very dangerous water... Very dangerous...
ReplyDeleteHowever, if your company is super big and you work on different floors... Hmmm...
I do not see that being a problem. Within your department though that is a "No-No"...
Resort to the company handbook for more infomation on company "dating."
I am against it because there are so many cons (job, drama, awkwardness). If the relationship does not work out, then they will both see each other and it will just be awkward. I know lots of people at my job who are dating their coworkers. Some have quit after breaking up because they do not want to see the other person. I think it's dumb to do that but I can see why they would quit. It is best to avoid it. It is OK to have a work crush. People are getting paid to work, not to see their significant other and be all over them. I would get sick of seeing my boyfriend if I saw him at work every day! Then I would see him at home. Our relationship would become boring!
ReplyDeleteI think it's virtually impossible for me to date someone in my field of work, considering all my co-workers are 10-50 years older then me!
ReplyDeleteMy opinion though is it depends on the workplace. If you're working for the same company, but in different departments it may be alright. But if you're working in the same departments and see each other 8 hours a day at work it's probably not the best idea. If things go south then you'll be working in the most uncomfortable work setting.
Keep the votes coming, all! (well, don't vote again because that would be unfair, but tell your friends to vote...). I like this--this is great material! I will have to do more polls.
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