Dating Article – Thinking about having a work fling?
by Denise Corlett
There are strong views for and against dating someone from work. We’ve heard great stories of people dating, forming relationships and living happily ever after, as well as those nightmare situations where it all turned ugly. If it is something you are considering, then make sure you consider these points before proceeding.
Firstly, does your company have a policy regarding dating someone from work. If they do, then if you want to retain your job, your option is really not even to contemplate it. If you and the other party are so keen to date, then one of you will need to find another job.
If there is no clear policy, then consider seriously and if necessary even discuss the whole issue with your potential date. In particular you will need to consider how you will both feel and react if it doesn’t work out. Imagine the worst case scenario. Consider how awkward you would feel if it didn’t work out, who would know in the organisation, what intimate details could be revealed, how difficult it might be to work closely with this person, how it could affect your career or promotion within the company.
Then if it did work out consider how and if colleagues would feel about the relationship. Would there be public displays of affection and what would be the reaction to this; would both parties be able to concentrate on the work at hand; would preferential treatment be given to either party over and above other colleagues and could this lead to a bad feeling within the organisation.
Even if you decide on a professional and discreet approach, you are likely to have some people in the know, others gossiping and still others asking direct questions. Are you prepared and happy about this?
Other things to consider are how big your company/organisation is, how many departments and buildings there are. If the relationship does end, can there be enough space for both of you to remain in the organisation without bumping into each other, or your colleagues being affected by the fall out.
Remember it is always best to be aware and prepared for the worst case scenario if you decide to proceed.
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Denise Corlett, founder of Dating Advice, is an expert in helping professional men and women find, attract and be successful in relationships. For more dating advice information on how to get partnered go to http://www.datingadvice.co.nz.
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