Workplace romance statistics show that over 60% of adults have had a workplace romance. Between little time outside of work to meet people and a heightened degree of comfortability, workplace romances aren’t likely to go anywhere. Though our survey found that 43% led to marriage, workplace romances are not a dream for everyone. When 40% of workplace romances involve cheating on an existing partner, increasing workplace gossip, and the perception of promoting favoritism, it can quickly become a nightmare for HR.
The reality of workplace romances is that they happen–and while they’re unlikely to be condoned, employers can safeguard their organization and teams through policies and practices, such as using HR management software, that help mitigate disruption and risk.
Key Takeaways
- 57% report workplace relationships have impacted their work performance
- 43% have married someone they worked with
- 35% don’t report their relationship to their employer
- 40% have cheated on their current partner with a coworker
- 50% report flirting with their co-workers
