Wow, an employment lawyer arguing to embrace love in the workplace. Did he fail sexual harassment 101? Has he not read the headlines about Blake Lively? Employers, as Valentine’s Day approaches, may be contemplating writing policies regarding workplace romances, conducting training on appropriate interactions in the workplace, and even going so far as to prepare love contracts for workplace romances to ensure they are consensual. I, on the other hand, want to know when did love became a four-letter word? Is there a place for love in the workplace? I think the answer is a resounding yes!
About a decade ago, the Harvard Business Review found that employees who feel love, i.e., that they are cared for, perform better. The key is the Review was talking about “companionate love” and not romantic love. Companionate love in the workplace is based on caring, affection, and connection - rather than passion. The article argued that the more love, care, and connection co-workers feel at work, the more engaged they are. While it is not shocking that those who experience more caring perform better, the article noted that there is a lack of focus on building a supportive emotional culture by management.
Benefits of Companionate Love
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