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Can having sex at the office get you fired? The rules of risky business.
In honor of National Boss day (October 16) and recent work romance shenanigans, we wanted to explore what's legal, taboo and inadvisable in terms of sex, love and the office.
Between Oprah's flight crew debaucle and David Letterman's at-work affairs, looks like Hollywood could use some tips on dating in the workplace, too. While Oprah really had nothing to do with the alleged activities, the flight attendant who was fired for the misconduct is now suing Harpo, Oprah's production company, for $75,000.
According to the Chicago Tribune, flight attendant Corrine Gehris says that a fellow flight attendant and a guest on … Read More
Dating in the workplace can be tricky. Here, Matt and Tamsen give advice on office romance.
See what others had to say and give advice here: Should I start a relationship with a guy at work?
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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 … Read More
Tips for surviving holiday parties at work.
'Tis the season for that annual event we approach with a mix of trepidation, horror and curiosity. It's a time when CEOs do the Electric Slide, when cocktail weenie sales soar and professional reputations are made or sorely lost. Ah, the office holiday party. You know the protocol, but just in case, we've pulled together tips for maintaining your composure and setting limits.
Do dress up… Add flair via fun earrings, your favorite little black dress, or, if you're really feeling the holiday spirit, touches of red, green or blue.
But don't put the "ho" in holiday party. … Read More
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Mad Men's Elisabeth Moss on guys, girdles and the glass ceiling.
If you're ever feeling like you've got it rough at work, watch an episode of Mad Men for a reality check. Not only do the women on this show find themselves on the underside of a mostly impermeable glass ceiling, they've got to deal with men who freely objectify their secretaries without fear of harassment lawsuits. Set just four decades ago at a Madison Avenue advertising agency, the award-winning AMC series brilliantly blends office and sexual politics in a heady mix of great characters, intriguing storylines … Read More
Office romance is becoming more prevalent. Is it another reason to love your job?
Office romance is on the rise—today, 47 percent of American professionals say they've dated within the workplace—and, say experts, it's also the latest, greatest place to meet a mate. But the changing landscape brings both increased perks and perils. While some companies see it as a way to positively affect work-life balance others are leery. There are a few things to know about before turning a work spouse into a real spouse—or at least romantic partner. Office Dating Rules You May Not Know
Why Work? Why Now?
We're working more hours than ever before, according to the Center for WorkLife … Read More