2006-09-14 15:53:48 · 16 answers · asked by Melissa 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
yes...i have... and in a number of different situations.
I've been her coworker and a different ex girlfriend's boss. And neither one of them ended horribly.
The easiest way to date a coworker is for you both to acknowlege... that if the relationship is turning rocky..that you need to end it. That it's important for you to be able to see each other at work and not get angry or jealous of that person. This type of relationship requires an additional layer of communication because you can't just let relationship issues build up inside you and then you take them to work.
Bottom line... if you are going to date a coworker... make sure to talk to him/her and make sure that you keep talking... if things get messed up... you should both agree that you can't continue. If ya'll can't talk about this beforehand... then you obviously dont have the communication skills required to make an easy transition out of the relationship if it fails to work out.
2006-09-14 16:13:49 · answer #1 · answered by the_thoughtless_ponderer 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I dated a co-worker, we both moved to a different town, worked for the same place just different locations. I later went to a new employer. We lived together and finally broke up. I started dating my old boss that worked at the place. We are married now, but he has to see my ex live in boyfriend often as they work in the same building on the same floor and are managers that cross pathes. You never know what can happen. I hate that my husband has to see this guy and people know his wife us to date him. If you do date someone from work, you better know their character well, and you still might be fooled. But, I am married to a man that all women would want, so I am the lucky one. Just be careful and cautious. Another thing, if you work with a lot of woman that want to know your business, bad idea. It can create a horrible work environment. Your co-workers need to be adult behaving individuals or you may just be creating a mess for yourself. Good luck!
2006-09-14 23:43:52 · answer #2 · answered by skinnynene 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe there are only a limited amount of people that we really connect with on a soul level, so I would absolutely date a co-worker if and only if I thought they were someone I may really develop deep feelings for. I would not go out with a coworker just because I was single and they were interested, because of how uncomfortable it could be if things went badly. But if you're serious -- how could you miss a chance for that special connection?
2006-09-14 22:59:39 · answer #3 · answered by strgoddss 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is never a good idea! unless you are deeply in love and plan on marrying him (even then it's risky) it usually ends badly. The best case scenario is that you will feel uncomfortable around each other if it ends. The worst case is one of you will have to change jobs, everyone you work with will know all about your personal life because he's angry and feels the need to share, or he tries to make you jealous with another co-worker. Good Luck!
2006-09-14 23:01:21 · answer #4 · answered by rtkf 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have and it ended badly enough that I swore I wouldn't do that again, but I healed from that relationship and I am getting ready to date another co-worker (different company this time). Keeping it discreet is one of the keys to having a successful office relationship, but that's not always that easy.
2006-09-14 22:55:08 · answer #5 · answered by live2ride 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on if we are in direct contact.. I dated a one before and it didn't really work out. Cuz once i realized he was a dog, I had to look at his lying azz every day.. So its not really a good idea, unless you are in different departments.. It can also affect your job..
2006-09-14 22:57:14 · answer #6 · answered by LilStar_Mom_of_3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
co-worker and relationshps sometimes = trouble. Some companies have a policy against workng and dating fellow employees. Good luck.
2006-09-14 22:56:22 · answer #7 · answered by Peanut Butter 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have and it was awful cause we broke up and it was too tense at work, so i will never do it again. i make it a rule and in some cases, the company makes it a rule you can't date co workers for that same reason, so i would advise against it.
2006-09-14 22:55:52 · answer #8 · answered by sweet serinity 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
15 years ago i went on a date with a co-worker and we have been married for 11+ years......
2006-09-14 22:55:52 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not, I separate work from personal life, and too many bad things can happen if you mix the two.
2006-09-14 23:00:05 · answer #10 · answered by mjcariati1971 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋