The Downsides to Office Romance• Distraction • Can harm productivity of
persons involved and colleagues
• Perception of favoritism• Reputation: individuals
organization
The Downsides to Office Romance• Hard feelings after
breakup
• Stressful environment
• Lost productivity
• Loss of valued employees
Sexual Harassment • Hostile work environment
• Tangible employment action
(firing/promotion/demotion)
based on submitting to or refusing unwelcome sexual advances
How to Minimize These Pitfalls
• Policy on dating/personal relationships
• Disruption to workplace won’t be tolerated
• Prohibit relationships between direct reports
How to Minimize These Pitfalls
• Commitment to professionalism
• Zero tolerance policy for sexual harassment, threats or intimidation
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