Workplace Romances
Her World Singapore|February 2024
Singapore comedian Elisha Tan makes the case for dating at work, and why there could be more pros than cons for doing so.
Workplace Romances

It's Wednesday morning, and you find yourself in your fifth meeting of the day. You've already navigated Tim's continuous interruptions, John's repeated attempts to "mansplain" your project, and the unexpected responsibility of organising Vera's birthday celebration, despite it being outside your job description all before 11 am.

As you dread going through the rest of your day, you can't help but wish for a comforting hug. Just imagine if your partner were there beside you in the office at that very moment. I can't.

Working in tech, I often find myself surrounded by less remarkable versions of Mark Zuckerberg that are likely to inspire one to swipe left - and into the black hole of profile rejects.

I often ponder whether workplace romances are the forbidden fruit of my professional life. While dating a co-worker is a controversial subject, it's worth considering the advantages it brings, such as convenience. Imagine sharing taxi rides to and from work, enjoying lunch dates at the office (for companies that provide meals), and freely discussing workplace gossip without the need to explain who John is and what he did - the list goes on.

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