May 26, 2010
I was recently looking at pictures from an ex-workplace party, and I couldn't help but notice that many of the happy couples in those pictures, had at one point or another a different kind of relationship. They were client and service provider (get your mind out of the gutter) relationships. Is this a good idea?
According to an article on Business Source.com, 20% of married couples have met at the workplace, so its not like it never happens. Upon further research (read gossiping with girlfriends), I have come to the conclusion that it is risky business. A friend of a friend of a friend had the brilliant idea of hooking up a then boyfriend with a job at her workplace, under her supervision, only to break up with him a couple of months later. To make matters worse, after the break-up she started dating someone that worked at a different department. Can you say uncomfortable?
On the other side, I am sure that an office romance does not have to entail so much drama. I am sure that there are cases that end up happily. Just make sure that you know what you're doing. Make sure that you know your company's policy on inter-office relationships and whatever the case, be discreet (and make sure he is discreet). Don't give 'em something to talk about when it comes to your personal live. Like my mama would say "you didn't bust your ass in school and worked so hard to throw it all away on a whim". (well, she wouldn't really say it like that, sometimes you have to exaggerate to get a point across...)
If you're attracted to a co-worker and he's attracted to you...do you take it forward? 5 things to ponder:
1- Is he cute? I'm just joking...
1- Is he/ she your supervisor? or are your his/her superior?
2-What are the company rules?
3- What are the consequences on your career?
4- Is he trust-worthy? does he like water-cooler chat?
5- What would happen if things end?
Also check out this article from Canadian Lawyer Magazine. It raises some good points.
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