How to Create Proper Dating Policies at Work

Mar 4, 2025

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People spend a huge portion of their lives at work, so it’s no surprise that workplace relationships happen. But without clear policies, they can lead to conflicts of interest, unprofessional behavior, and even legal risks.

When should employees disclose a relationship? How can HR set expectations without overstepping? What role does HR play in preventing harassment at work? A good workplace dating policy answers these questions while keeping things fair, professional, and easy to understand.

Join us as Vanessa Brulotte, Employee Relations Partner at BambooHR, interviews Kelsey Tarp, Director of HR Business Partners at BambooHR, about creating proper dating policies to protect employees and the company.

Kelsey shares real examples of how unclear policies can create workplace tension and why disclosure matters for preventing favoritism and bias. Most importantly, Vanessa and Kelsey explore how to ensure workplace relationships—whether they begin or end—don’t disrupt team dynamics.

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