When Cupid visits the workplace: 6 do’s and don’ts for office romance
Jim and Pam found happiness, ultimately, but the Dunder Mifflin duo dodged a multitude of pitfalls that lovebirds can face on the job. For Valentine’s Day, here’s some loving guidance.
With all the time we spend at the office, it’s no wonder many people find romance at work.
According to The Huffington Post, a typical person spends 13 years and two months at work—more than 25 percent of the average 50-year career.
Sparks may fly with a colleague at some point, but it’s getting increasingly difficult to handle it appropriately.
CareerBuilder has released its annual Valentine’s Day survey, which reveals that office romance hit an all-time low last year. Thirty-six percent of workers reported dating a co-worker, down from 41 percent the prior year (and 40 percent in 2008).
Does that mean we’re relegated to online dating or more old-fashioned means of meeting a special someone? Not necessarily, though dating a colleague can be a minefield.
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