Abstract:
This paper examined workplace romances and the effect that these relationships have on
the work environment, the organization, and the peers. The research explores the
formation of these relationships, the motives for engaging in these relationships, the
differences in power distance, and the effect that sexual orientation and gender has on
how organizational peers view workplace romance. These relationships can impact the
interpersonal relationships that employees have at work, and the paper explores the key
constructs (solidarity, trust, deception, productivity, and justice) that are influenced by
workplace romance. Suggestions were then made to management and Human Resource
Professionals to assist in addressing workplace romances within their organization by
creating workplace romance policies and developing a culture that is more open to
romantic relationships.
