How Do You Handle An Office Romance Between Two Employees?
When Cupid’s arrow strikes two employees, it can create a delicate and somewhat confusing atmosphere around the office. As a manager overseeing the employees, your focus needs to remain on the “office” rather than the “romance.” Stay out of it, from a management perspective, if possible. Rules against office romance tend to be counterproductive and unenforceable. Deal with the romance as it relates to work-related issues only. Wait for employees to bring the matter to your attention. Focus on how it is affecting work-related behavior. Recognize that an affair between co-workers at the same level has different implications than an affair between a manager and a subordinate. Talk to the supervisor if there is an affair between a supervisor and a subordinate that is creating problems in the workplace, such as resentment by other subordinates. Arrange to transfer the supervisor, not the subordinate, if necessary. Focus on office behavior if a nasty breakup results in the two ex-lovers bein
