10 Things Not To Say To A Co-Worker Crush
Ten things not to say to that cutie in the cubicle.
Given that most people spend 2,000 hours a year at work, it's likely that at some point, a co-worker will make you want to dip your pen in the company ink. Forty percent of people have done it. The New Hook-Up Hotspot? Work!
Sure there are risks: Meeting-table awkwardness, colleague gossip and a sullied reputation. But on the upside, you might get to do it on your boss's desk. Avoid these conversation clichés to stay on the fast track to some serious job satisfaction.
10. "I hate my job."
We get it—you're trying to forge a common interest. But with this you might inadvertently insult him, seem like a whiner or never bond over any other topics besides your shared work enemies. Save your gripe for the suggestion box.
9. "Can you put in a good word with the boss for me?"
If you helped out with something, sure. But if this is your idea of a "favor," you're blurring the line between personal and professional. Best to keep your career development on your own turf. Lemondrop: Ask an HR Rep -- 'I Didn't Get a Raise ... What Next?'
8. "I don't date guys I work with."
This might be your version of playing hard to get—making us want you because we can't have you. Proceed with caution, though, because he might see pursuing you as a waste of time. Lemondrop: Report Reveals That Men Like When Women Work; We Reveal Why
7. "Wanna grab a drink after work?"
Obviously, this is fine if you've already harvested an amicable relationship. But, if you're looking to break the ice, why not suggest a group outing with co-workers and see if he wants to join? Lemondrop: Find True Love (and 11 Other Things You Can Do Over a Coffee Break)
6. "I can't stand (insert co-worker's name.)"
The work world is high school with cubicles when it comes to gossip. Don't risk insulting someone else—possibly someone he knows and likes—to build yourself up. It'll come back to bite you on prom night.
5. "I just broke up with (insert co-worker/former ex's name here)."
So, we get to choose between worrying about him beating us up, and you dumping us for the mailboy later?
4. "You're way overqualified for this job!"
Stroking the ego is always a good strategy, but don't hide the compliment within a possibly misinterpreted comment about our stalled career.
Discussion
I don't think id say any of those. But people have said #3, 4,5,6,7. lol
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