While dating in the workplace is still seen as taboo in many industries, it’s the most common place for partners to meet. In fact, a new study shows that 40% of all people have dated a co-worker at some point in their lives. With office romance here to stay, there are some rules you can follow to make your corporate dating experience more rewarding. Read on for our dos and don’t to workplace hookups!
Do: Go about work normally
The cardinal rule when dating a co-worker is to go about business as usual. Don’t let your love life affect your productivity – after all, you had your job before you met your flame, and you’ll have to have a job when you break-up.
Don’t: Bring arguments to work
Friction is negated in an effective work environment, so save the drama for your mama. Our #1 tip to making an office romance work is to leave your arguments at home. Your girlfriend fucked your brother? No one cares…
Do: Sneak romance into the workplace
Days at work can get pretty boring, so feel free to spice up your relationship with a little discreet loving on office hours. And if you’re in the habit of working late, may we recommend sex on the photocopier?
Don’t: Harass unwitting coworkers
If you’re looking to hook up with a coworker remember that the line between friendly flirting and harassment can be thin. Don’t get carried away hitting on someone who isn’t interested – you could lose your dignity and your job.
Do: Acknowledge your status as a couple
There’s no better way to set co-workers against you than to lie about the obvious: if you’re fucking someone in the office, come clean about it. Trust is important at work, and more important than faux privacy.
Don’t: Bring work home with you
Just like leaving arguments at home, make sure you leave your work day at work. There’s no better way to suck the love out of a relationship then to make your bed into the office. If you can get this one right, you’re on the path to dating bliss!
