Valentine's Day has an impact
on workplace performance
Valentine's day flirting is a distraction and has a negative
impact on performance in the opinion of 41% of HR professionals
surveyed.
A further 27% see the office flirtation as being a morale booster
with a positive effect on the work environment.
When it comes to romantic relationships in the office - 41%
support these relationships, while 32% feel they have a negative
impact on work life. Unsurprisingly, 59% report that their
companies don't have a policy on relationships at work. And
yet, 14% of companies still make it a ruling that romantic
relationships at work are unacceptable.
When it comes to receiving tokens of admiration, HR professionals
are overwhelmingly in favour of anonymous Valentine's gifts.
Altogether, 73% would be pleased - with 64% feeling flattered,
and 9% loving the attention.
Only 28% feel it would be unwelcome - with 5% saying they
would feel embarrassed, 9% feel uncomfortable with not knowing
who had sent it and 14% think it is inappropriate for the
office.
Revealing an adventurous streak, 36% of respondents want
a surprise on Valentine's day. 32% want the whole romantic
experience of a weekend away and 23% are happy with a romantic
meal for two.
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