SilverGoldRobot Posted July 29, 2018 Posted July 29, 2018 I just recently broke up with my girlfriend who works at the same job that I work at and she is also one of my coworkers. It's so awkward for both of us to work together at work now, and I'm thinking about quitting because of that. Unfortunately that is one of the cons of dating a coworker. If you break up with him or her, it's going to be very awkward to see them and work with them at your job.
Romantic_Antics Posted July 29, 2018 Posted July 29, 2018 If the two of you can't coexist at your job, and you can get something else lined up, go for it. Don't just quit without having another job waiting for you or you'll be broke *and* broken hearted. That's a bad combo.
kendahke Posted July 29, 2018 Posted July 29, 2018 I just recently broke up with my girlfriend who works at the same job that I work at and she is also one of my coworkers. It's so awkward for both of us to work together at work now, and I'm thinking about quitting because of that. Unfortunately that is one of the cons of dating a coworker. If you break up with him or her, it's going to be very awkward to see them and work with them at your job. I try to convey that around here--don't poop where you eat because of this right here. Only quit your job if doing so will not negatively impact your ability to support yourself. Also, consider if you want to have to explain the lapse in employment when it comes up in future jobs. If you can't afford to quit, then don't quit. You're going to have to tap into strictly professional behavior until you find a better paying position elsewhere. Make it your policy to never date coworkers. It can get messy in ways you don't want people who are gauging your future potential to know.
coolheadal Posted July 29, 2018 Posted July 29, 2018 I just recently broke up with my girlfriend who works at the same job that I work at and she is also one of my coworkers. It's so awkward for both of us to work together at work now, and I'm thinking about quitting because of that. Unfortunately that is one of the cons of dating a coworker. If you break up with him or her, it's going to be very awkward to see them and work with them at your job. I am not with ex-yet but GF still works at the other job as backup she just lost her 40 hour a week job over being hospital too long. But she and I won't work again together just too much pressure plus I have a better job than place. I told her not to go back there her health would at stake. But in your case it should be alright but if it really bothers you transfer to a different department.
Lotsgoingon Posted July 30, 2018 Posted July 30, 2018 Are there other jobs in the company that you can apply for? Companies do understand if a worker comes to them and says, "I was personally involved with X, and I'd like to work in another division." That's totally legit. There is something about getting a paycheck (survival!) that can push people towards sanity ... and you may find that you guys are distant ... but not uncooperative with each other. I'm not sure about this ... but I think (emphasis on "think") it may be easier to work with an ex than it is to try to be friends with an ex. The structure of work and deadlines and bosses ... all of that is focused on something other than you and her. So try it out for a bit ... sure things will be uncomfortable for a while ... but uncomfortable spans a wide continuum ... from slightly tiring at one end .. to unbearable at the other. Most likely you will quickly get a sense of if she's going to act petty and if she's going to try to make work hard for you ...
d0nnivain Posted July 30, 2018 Posted July 30, 2018 I wouldn't just up & quit without another job lined up but if you feel that uncomfortable, by all means start your job search.
Gaeta Posted July 30, 2018 Posted July 30, 2018 No one dies from *awkward*. If you were in pain and unable to move on I'd say sure but just awkward will go away. (working with ex for 15 years)
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