Boss’s Memo: Go Ahead, Date (With My Blessing)
The New York Times recently ran an article on workplace romance. The news is this: although there is a trend toward acceptance, workplace relationships should be approached cautiously. While I found it heartening to read that the Internet’s dating sites have not proven to be the fertile ground for lasting matches as their proprietors had hoped (interviewees for the article expressed a need to get to know each other better before becoming romantically involved), work might not always be the perfect place to pick your partner. “Before you rush ahead, think about how it’s going to feel to sit in this weekly staff meeting with somebody who you had a miserable breakup…” advised Freada Kapor Klein, founder of Level Playing Field Institute, and co-author of this blog.
What are your workplace romance experiences? Can you be open about dating a co-worker?
