Wondering if you should ask out your office colleague? Take our quiz to find out!
Hey there, let’s talk about something that’s on everyone’s mind but nobody wants to discuss out loud – office romances! Asking out a coworker can be super nerve-wracking, but what if it leads to something amazing? On the other hand, what if it ends in disaster?
Love in the Air (or at Least in the Break Room)
Let’s face it, we spend most of our waking hours at work, so it’s no surprise that sparks can fly between colleagues. And who knows, maybe you’ll find your perfect match in the cubicle next door!
Awkward Encounters and Watercooler Gossip
But what if things don’t work out? You’ll still have to see each other every day, which can get super awkward. And let’s not forget about the gossip mill – you don’t want to be the office soap opera!
Keep it Professional (At Least, Try To)
Remember, you still have to work together, so try to keep things professional at the office. Save the PDA for outside the office, folks!
Don’t Be That Couple
Don’t be the office annoyance! Keep your romance on the down-low, and avoid being that couple who makes everyone else feel uncomfortable.
Set Boundaries
Discuss what works for both of you, and set boundaries to avoid any awkwardness or misunderstandings. Don’t make too many assumptions, guys can’t read your thoughts, and girls expect you to read them. It’s difficult to talk on such matters but you should try to avoid any issues that can emerge out of nothing as your bodies are egos are writing cheques that your body can’t cash.
Be Prepared for Gossip
Let’s face it, people will talk. Just remember, it’s not about them, it’s about you and your partner.
The Breakup Survival Plan
If things don’t work out, have a plan in place to maintain a professional relationship. It’s not the end of the world, folks!
To Ask or Not to Ask?– Just Take the Quiz!
So, should you ask out your office colleague? Take our quiz to find out! It’s time to put your feelings to the test and see if love can bloom in the office.
How are you office party vibes with him or her?
Friendly dance, no romance
Chemistry igniting, sparks flying
Correct!
Wrong!
How do you engage while watercooler whispering?
Gossiping, not flirting
Secret crush, hidden messages
Correct!
Wrong!
Has she or he been your late-night work buddy, if so, how?
Just work, no play
Possibilities brewing, can't deny
Correct!
Wrong!
How’s your coffee break chemistry?
Sparks flying, or just caffeine?
Friendly chat, no flirtation
Correct!
Wrong!
Has your teamwork turned into flirtation?
Accidental touch, no big deal
Electric spark, can't ignore
Correct!
Wrong!
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Remember, love is a risk worth taking, but make sure you’re ready for the consequences!
Shilpa Ahuja is an internet entrepreneur with 13+ years of experience. She is the founder & Editor-in-Chief of online publishing company, Shilpa Ahuja Media (SAM). She has a Masters in Design Studies (MDesS) degree from Harvard University Graduate School of Design, class of 2011.
Other than Business Tenet, SAM also includes CareerNuts.com, a career guide and ShilpaAhuja.com, one of India’s most-read digital fashion magazines among other platforms. She is also the creator of Audrey O., a comic series that represents the lifestyle of millennial women.
Prior to founding SAM in 2014, Shilpa worked in project management for The Park hotels and in graphic design and education technologies for Harvard Law School. She also has a bachelor’s degree in architecture (B.Arch) from Chandigarh College of Architecture, class of 2007.
Originally from Chandigarh, Shilpa enjoys art, creative writing and travel. Her art has been exhibited at Harvard Graduate School of Design and the Aroma Hotel, Chandigarh. Her work has been published in University of Fashion blog, Jet Airways magazine, Chandigarh Times and Indian Design & Interiors magazine. She is also the author of the book “Designing a Chinese Cultural Center in India”.
