"Really, constantly gushing about your spouse or new romantic interest in the office can be cringe-inducing for your coworkers. Especially if Valentine's Day has long gone and you're still detailing their perfect personality and beautiful eyes. Niraj Kapur, LinkedIn trainer, TEDx speaker, and author of Business Growth: Lessons Learned from Divorce, Dating and Falling In Love, breaks down exactly how much workers and managers should be talking about their loved ones at work."
"Kapur says is absolutely fine to praise "a significant other for being a marvelous partner and parent"-but in small doses. For example, on a Monday morning when peers are discussing their weekend, it would be natural to mention your loved one and anything interesting you got up to outside of work. "The same rule applies on a Friday with the weekend approaching," Kapur says."
Valentine's Day often prompts overt romantic gestures at the workplace, but repeated public declarations about a partner can make coworkers uncomfortable. Casual mentions of a loved one during natural social moments, such as Monday morning weekend chats or Friday conversations about upcoming plans, are acceptable in moderation. Managers may occasionally reference a partner's story when it directly supports a team lesson or motivation. Personal stories that illustrate resilience or achievement can be relevant and inspiring when tied to a clear work-related message. Maintain restraint and relevance to preserve professional boundaries and coworker comfort.
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