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by MargaretMcGhee on December 11th, 2007
One of the loves of my life was a co-worker and it was just fine. Things didn't work out but we were mature about it.
by buster on December 11th, 2007
I loved my married boss, and had an affair with him, we knew it wasn't to go anywhere, we were just very good friends who slept together, I know he loved me and I'll never be sorry for our relationship.
by centrator on February 26th, 2008
Please put every back into place on my desk when you do it. Thanks!
by LJAllen on December 11th, 2007
As long as both of you can handle the inevitable break-up with grace, there's nothing wrong with it.
by Kitty on December 5th, 2007
Well I met a very great man from work, the attraction was there immediatly,and I knew even the first day that this man would effect my life forever, We worked great together and everyday I loved seeing him walk into the plant,not sure how it all got started, I guess it was because we worked 12 hours a day and 7 days a week and all we had was work. I dated men even when we were freinds and many failure realationships too,and he was always there to pick me up,and a sholder to cry on and he gave great advice,and then I learned I was wasting my time dating for my best friend and co worker ,was the one I was ment to be with forever,We dont work together now but I still love the way he lights up a room as he comes home, Good luck in your decision !!
by Challenger on November 15th, 2007
AS they say, "don't dip the pen in the company ink" so to speak... should there be a breakup it could be the worst place to work..
by Imphamous on May 19th, 2008
Cause you don't get your meat where you make your bread.
by Possum on December 5th, 2007
it's a formula for disaster but even if it works out it's just too inconvenient. being tired of eachother at the end of the day, loosing work as a conversation topic, alligations of favoritism, not paying attention to work and just the general grab-ass factor are a few of the thinks that immediately come to mind.
by JustCurious on December 5th, 2007
One of my co-workers is my husband so I don't think it's a bad idea. However, if the romance doesn't work out, you still have to work with that person every day and it might be a little uncomfortable.
by 63strole on June 30th, 2009
My dad always told me don't get your meat where you get your bread!
by Froggy on May 19th, 2008
Been there, done that, it is a bad idea, jealous people spread lies, rumours, and try their damness to break you apart.
by CaptainHarley adores his life penguin on May 19th, 2008
Usually, yes. Mixing work with pleasure is hardly ever without problems.
by rebafan on May 19th, 2008
I don't think it is, I don't get all this stamina (for lack of a better word) over dating a coworker, why shouldn't you? Except maybe if the relationship ended badly then it might be awkward but only for a little while. Of course I could be slightly defensive of the subject because I want to go out with a co-worker.
by Preciolicious on March 18th, 2008
only if you guys are jealous!
by barjacob on March 3rd, 2008
Gossip destroys msot of the time it happens in close-quarters, is it the boss and a co-worker, is he/she you married, if so, rumors can spread to the partner, kids in school, neighbors. Sex is not just "recreational" but implies a commitment and who gets hurt the most when it is time to say bye-bye and you are still working in the same space, then someone else likes your or her/him, so the Green-Eyed Monster, jealousy rears up. Physcial attarctiuon is more common in close working relationships and that is not the best criterion to use for getting "intimate." Men are less inclinded ot get emotionaly involved, so the female is often badly hurt. Exceptions may exist but affairs and short-term relationships are more likely than "no fault/no pain" break-ups or a romance that elads to marriage or living together!
by Jane on December 12th, 2007
because if things dont work out it gets really uncomfortable...trust me, i know.
by JessicaOfVA on November 14th, 2007
Because if it doesn't work out and ends on a bad note, it creates tension within the work place.
by 63strole on July 24th, 2009
My dad always told me don't get your meat where you get your bread!
by lilmiss on June 30th, 2009
Because if it gets screwed up you still have to see eachother every day at work.
by Catherine on June 4th, 2009
BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAD very bad, listen that co worker can spread sexual rumors about you...People will look at you funny, you will loose respect from other co-workers..Suppose that person dumps you and dates another in the office, can you imagine the hurt..Not a good thing, stay away not good..Do not shit where you eat....
by Elvira on June 4th, 2009
It's a bad idea..
Cause most of the time it's like your dating... just while your at work.
& when you go home, that person doesnt exist anymore.
by CaptainHarley adores his life penguin on December 22nd, 2008
Dragging drama into the workplace.
by Mr. Murphy on September 28th, 2008
Because if it goes bad, which it usually does it is difficult to continue to work with the person. Also even if it goes good, at some point others find out that you two are involved and they become jealous or try and sabotage what you have.
by claymore04 on August 14th, 2008
Because if it doesn't work out, you still see them every day.
by Squirrel Face on August 14th, 2008
It's just a bad idea. Lets say it doesn't work out and it's a nasty break up. He cheated on you, you cheated on him, whatever. Well, every day, you'll have to go to work and be around that person. I'm sure other co workers will hear about it too and have an opinion.
by sm00z on August 14th, 2008
People will say they're in love.
by tipper on August 14th, 2008
You shouldn't because you may not be able to concentrate at work. You may get fired, if the two of you break up one may say bad things about the other. You don't want things to go around the office. On the other hand of both are mature and professional than there may not be that problem.
by Anonymous on August 14th, 2008
It's a bad idea especially when you get dumped for another coworker or when he/she starts treating you like trash and you know it's a toxic relationship cause he lies like water flowing and yet you just can't seem to ignore him cause you are hurting. Answer 10 you are correct. People put so much effort into breaking you apart and when it happens and you did nothing wrong you really feel like a fool when you warned the coworker not to fool with your heart. Someone please tell me how to stop thinking of him or how to ignore him.
by ahall_26 on June 8th, 2008
Yes.
It is very unprofessional.
What happens when you break up? There is a vibe in the office that is very uneasy.
There should be a strict ‘no fraternization rule’ enforced. However, who follows those?
by EzA on April 21st, 2008
There are a few risks you have to keep in mind when dating a co-worker, especially if you work in close proximity or are often part of a team (If you work in a large corporation in different departments then it's not such a big deal). For one thing, if you have a bad break up, you still have to see each other every day. You have to be sure that if the worst happened, the two of you are emotionally mature enough to put that aside. Or else it might result in one of you having to look for a new job. Furthermore, how does this co-worker "rank" in comparison to you? If they're an equal, then fine. But if a boss or a subordinate it adds an extra layer of emotional and possibly legal complexity.
by TEDCAMP on April 21st, 2008
Every relationship has two potentials, one for the best thing that ever happened to you - the other is the worst. Give life a chance, take a risk, I think the odds are better that 50/50 you'll come through it okay, probably have some great memories or better yet meet the person to share a lifetime with. Go for it.
by sillysammie on March 18th, 2008
sometimes it is and sometimes it is not think about akward break ups... now think about having to see that person at work everyday... and how it would affect ur job.. if u work at mc doanlds go for it that job is repalceable... u get my point
by mistje on March 3rd, 2008
People could do whatever they want in the office as long as that paycheck shows up on my desk every week. LOL
by justme32 loves the weekends on February 25th, 2008
I did it and it has worked out for the most part. Most of the time though it doesnt work out and it makes it an uncomfortable place to be.
by Tigger on February 25th, 2008
reasons y its bad: IF the co workers break up it can be rather messy
and others may feel you favour your partner and let them get away with things or vice versa
i met my fiance at work and things were great. we had to stay proffesional and did not let our relationship affect the way we worked or how others work
by hurley on February 22nd, 2008
I married mine 14 years ago. It'll be 15 this July.
by shabir allam on January 23rd, 2008
mostly in work place you may not know the true colour of people as they would behave professionallly. So romantic freaks don;t get misguided from the behaviour of co worker in office
by Stephen on January 15th, 2008
It is not bad idea at all. My 2 wives were co-workers originally. And my best lovers were also from my work place. But that is true, my work place is unique a little, because that is a research laboratory.
by ChelseaMark on December 12th, 2007
Jealous gossiping.
by the one and only on December 12th, 2007
Its not always a bad thing!I myself have found the love of my life there.Of course there are company policies that say not to and I can see why.It depends on how serious you want to get with this person. We have been together for almost three years now .Next year we plan on getting married.And well of course if any relationship doesnt work out at work then maybe its time to move to a different shift or something.
by AGentleSpirit on December 11th, 2007
You can let it affect your work and feel very ackward around them while working with others around.
by sparky_clarky007 on December 5th, 2007
It isnt provided it not just a fling or somthing that isnt going to last long. I work with my other half and couldnt be happier. Just know where to draw the line with regards to where work starts and ends!
by Penny The Wise on December 5th, 2007
Think of how awkward it is to break up with someone and just run into them for 5 minutes at the grocery store (or somewhere else). Now take that, but you end up seeing them every day at work for 8 or more hours a day. It creates tension, it could be difficult to concentrate, and the rumor mill will be going, so you would probably get lots of questions from co-workers.
Also, some companies have policies against it, especially if one person has more power (higher position). It could possibly come across as a way to gain power, or for the person higher up to "play favorites". Again, with the rumor mill. Sure, some people meet their life mates at work, and that's fantastic. More often than not though, it doesn't work out.
by sammyc on December 5th, 2007
i think its ok well for now as im currently in a relationship with a co-worker and all is good and couldnt be more interesting!!!
by its all in my head on November 15th, 2007
.....and the fish was 100ft long
people talk about things that they think is true, can you imagine how big the fish would get if they knew the truth.
you have heard of the game of phone, right. true story, she dated a co-worker, got engaged and then got preggo apparently they were only getting married because she was pregnant. so i say dont tell anyone.
by Anonymous on August 14th, 2008
It's just totally bad and I feel like a fool as I thought I would.
by Pete Parker on August 14th, 2008
I guess the break up and living with that whole drama at work after it's over is the part that gets me.
by sweetpearl on December 1st, 2008
you cannot work comfortably when you get involved with a co-worker.you cant draw a border between personal and work life..you cant completely concentrate with what you are doing..
by Jared0711 on August 14th, 2008
oh come on it is not bad but if you try to go beyond the limitation that is the time to say it is bad.. .. if you really love him/her then go.. who cares about it.. as long as you love him/her and prove to all that you are sincere in showing your love and respect to him/her.. .. love is all around... ^^
by jamaine12 on February 27th, 2008
I don't think it's a bad idea.^_^
by grsta618 on November 10th, 2011
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So is it going to be all awkward at work tomorrow?
by Indiana_sun on September 15th, 2011
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flirty guy won't look/talk 2 me. says he is unhappy in gen. may lose visitation, has no $ etc. treated me as a lady & gave me ph#.
by shamrox on October 3rd, 2011
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Why does he bring this up?????????
by hellonhmd on November 10th, 2011
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Teammate Confliction - Dating?
by Vincent_V742 on August 13th, 2011
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Good to hear that. But being mature has to be a two way street. It don't work if one can't be mature about It.
by Lights Squared on July 24th, 2009
Lights: if only one (you and me) is mature then one (you and I) has to be mature about the other not being mature.
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Of course, it's not a good idea to become involved with immature people and mature people wouldn't. Usually.
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Now if I were in my 30's again, and if he was in his early twenties, and very good looking, but immature, I might have made an exception.
by MargaretMcGhee on July 25th, 2009