Should I Date a Coworker?

Weighing the potential benefits and complications of an office romance.

1. Do you work closely with this person on the same team or projects?

2. How could this relationship potentially impact your professional reputation or career?

LowHigh

3. What is your company's official policy on inter-office relationships?

4. How would you handle working together if the relationship ended badly?

5. Are you prepared to deal with potential office gossip or speculation?

LowHigh

6. Is there a power dynamic (e.g., manager-subordinate) between you?

7. How might dating affect your relationships with other colleagues or team morale?

LowHigh

8. Can you commit to maintaining professional boundaries at work?

9. What specific boundaries would you set for your interactions at work?

10. Is either of you considering leaving the company in the near future?

11. Would you rather go on an adventurous outdoor date or a cozy night in?

12. Rate your texting response time on a scale of 'instant reply' to 'might get back to you next week'.

13. What's a 'green flag' you actively look for when dating someone new?