2007-11-02 06:16:54 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
You should consult HR. They can explain the dating policy to you and you can determine if it should be reported. HR is your safest bet, because if there is retribution for your informing management of the activity, HR will already know your side of the story will protect you and can deal with the manager appropriately.
Generally, even if policy forbids it, many companies will tolerate personal relationships as long as they don't affect the work environment. If there is favoritism involved, it needs to be stopped immediately. Supervising an employee you're intimately involved with is a dangerous game and most companies won't tolerate it, but outside your department is less critical, where influence in minimal.
2007-11-02 06:24:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
It's not "wrong" as in morally wrong, but it can lead to a lot of problems. It's a bigger problem for the manager than it is for the subordinate he/she is dating. First, the big question is whether it's against company policy. If so, they shouldn't be dating. If the company puts pressure on them, and they want to continue the relationship, one of them might have to leave the position--and what do you want to bet it won't be the manager. This scenario puts the company at risk of a sexual harrassment claim as well. They might require the couple to sign waivers against that. And then of course there's the uncomfortable and tense working environment created if something happens in their personal relationship but they have to keep working together. I'm not against dating people you work with, but at least troll in a different department!
2007-11-02 06:25:15 · answer #2 · answered by Linda R 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Some companies have guidelines about fraternization. It is common to date people in the work place. Although it isn't highly recommended it does occur. If they are being unprofessional and you feel like there is favoritism, then report it to another immediate supervisor. But, if you just think it is inappropriate because two people you know are dating and are feeling jealous, you should re-think your decision to "tell" on them as it is truly none of your business.
2007-11-02 06:28:07 · answer #3 · answered by bonstermonster20 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's none of anyone's business. Stay out of it... their behavior will no doubt catch the eye of another snitch. A very high percentage of couples meet at work nowdays, so who cares? Unless YOU are the supervisor, and it's against company policy, or they're having sex in the supply room, and it affects business, or one of them is receiving "special" favors: $, trips, recognition - you know what I mean - I would leave it alone... If you are the one to bring it to light, then you will be "the snitch". Let that be someone with lower maturity.
2007-11-02 06:46:30 · answer #4 · answered by La Sirene 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the age difference. If the employee is 18, then its that persons choice. It may cause conflict with some employees, but if it isn't in the managers or employees guidlines on job rules, then there is nothing anyone can do.
2007-11-02 06:20:47 · answer #5 · answered by Maalru3 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that it is wrong. It is a situation in which one must weigh the benefits against the consequences. When your relationship with your boss becomes personal, both of your are put into a vulnerable position. The professionalism in your conduct must actually be amplified.
2007-11-03 03:50:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can cause problems with other staff especially if the datee is getting special treatment.
But unless it actual crosses a line or you think it is really sexual harassment not dating report it. Some staff are pressured to date the boss even if they don't want too, you need to be able to tell the difference.
2007-11-02 06:22:28 · answer #7 · answered by Pantherempress 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Not wrong but possibly inadvisable.. But so many factors might come into this... Probabably better if they did not allow their personal matters to affect the works situation at all.Some companies have policies about co workers not getting involved weth each other...
2007-11-02 07:04:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your HR department and ask someone there if it's OK for them to date. If the entire office is gossiping about it, they may move the subordinate person to another department. The HR department of your company will tell you what you need to know. No, it is not wrong to date your manager, but every company has it's own rules pertaining this behavior. Ask your HR department.
2007-11-02 06:27:00 · answer #9 · answered by dkretschmer@sbcglobal.net 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
It's not wrong at all all the while it isn't affecting business or anyone else's working day. My sister started dating her manager after working together for a year - they're now married and expecting their first child in January! It sounds as if you might be a little jealous?
2007-11-02 06:20:21 · answer #10 · answered by Xai 5 · 3⤊ 2⤋