Is it bad or good to work with your partner in the same company?
367049
For me it's good.  Me and my husband used to work in the same company when we were young and he was still my boyfriend then.  When we're in the workplace we just do our jobs and act professionally.  It is also good to share the same problem and solve it together.  I think the best thing to do is set aside personal feelings whenever you're inside the workplace but once you're outside you can do whatever you want with each other.
201620
No offense, but if you have to ask, niether relationship is probably a good one. When you truely love somone, there is no doubt in your mind as to what decision to make in this type of situation.
175579
It is both a common and fair practice to compensate people appropriately for the contributions they make.  The main issue most small businesses have is in assigning a relative value to the work one person puts in compared to another.\n\nWhat makes me feel uncomfortable about what you described is that you haven't made an attempt to quantify the benefit of her "industry experience".  This could create friction between the two of you in the future.\n\nRather than having an arbitrary difference in salary I would suggest one of the following:\n\n1) Assume her industry experience is an asset that she gives to the company (just like the money that you're putting in).  The two of you should then pay a different amount of startup capital to own the same % of your company.  From that point forward, both of you draw equal salaries.  This will force you to decide how much her industry experience is worth.\n\n2) Pay equal capital, and take equal salaries, but devise a bonus structure that will help to compensate her differentially for her knowledge in the beginning.  As your knowledge grows, you'll be able to benefit from this bonus structure too.  For example, you could take a bonus for winning a new client or coming up with a new way to do things that will save your company money.  This approach will force you to decide the ways that the two of you could create value for the company.\n\nOne piece of advice: You're the one who has to live with this arrangement so don't get into anything you don't feel comfortable with.  It's way better to resolve these issues now than when the two of you own a profitable company together.  Issues like this are how partners end up suing each other to get what they think is fair.
859191
working partner is still a slave...but gets regular pay, if u start a biz means no payday ...  still chicken and egg question. Best decision is still from u. :) good day and good luck
700932
Dating and working. Working & playing. Sounds contradictory, right? \n\nWrong.\n\nYou can no more control your heart than you can stop breathing. \nBut ask yourself if what you are feeling is LOVE or LUST.\n\nDating a co-worker (to your EMPLOYER) means you have been slacking off on his time-clock; something that may cause problems between you and the co-worker in the future. By merely posing the question, you indicate your fear of on-the-job-involvement. You are attracted to him/her, but you are afraid to commit.\n\nThink about what that means. You are not SURE about this co-worker, are not prepared for a failed relationship among your peers, and are reluctant to completely give of yourself before you know answers.\n\nI have learned that "when in doubt, DON'T." \n\nYou have made a valid point. If things don't work out between you, more than likely, EVERYONE at the job will know about it. \n\nBesides being "awkward," you risk losing your job, your reputation and your appeal to perhaps, a more suitable partner.\n\nBUT - on the other hand...\n\nLove (true love, that is) has NO Address. This means it is entirely possible for you to meet your soulmate while dating a co-worker. \n\nTherefore, my advice is for you to: \n1. GO SLOW (don't rush into anything)\n2. GO PUBLIC (get to know him/her initally in the company of other co-workers at a restaurant, snack bar, etc.)\n3. GO AWARE (learn about his/her past relationships. You just may be another conquest or victim #___ on their playa's list)\n\nEnjoy the attention but always be aware of the RISKS. And if true love prevails, welcome it. \n\nI wish you well, my friend. Thanks for posting your question.
837116
Unless you are very, very, very attracted to each other, it is not a good idea.  What are you going to do if the relationship falls apart?  Will one of you be passing on nasty stories about the other to co-workers and bosses?  You have to consider the possible fallout from a relationship gone sour.
978968
hi, it can be so frustrating working for others when you know you could be having the profit you make for them!\nYour partner should seriously consider the short course i run for adults in starting a small business & business planning. this seems ideal as your partner can study it from home around work and other commitments, and would cover issues like funding, finances and breaking even, market research, the product or service, marketing and adveritisng.\nfor more details see the website below...
10463
yeah, i do! and she is wonderful.. now it's a parttime job you don't like? absolutely...why not? but it will make work a little odd-and good... be careful ,if the relationship goes bad it can mean drama at work... no peace...
1099402
I dont know if its "ideal" but sure is helpful. me and my boss talk about our problems or issues with our spouses and sometimes we find ways to make things work or fix this or that. I help him to understand more about his wife and he helps me to understand more about my husband's behavior. sometimes it's good to have this kind of conversations with someone that has a serious relationship just like you. I wouldnt take advice from someone who wasnt married or living with the bf/gf.
347187
I think it's wrong if you're partner doesn't like it. If your partner is ok with it, then do it! But it depends on you and the other person.
605614
Unless the two of you are mature, it's not a good idea. You leave yourself open if you are the employee. If it doesn't work you will start to question that person for every decision he/she makes regarding you. He/she is picking on me. They are mad because it didn't work out between us. There are so many things that can come in between you 2. The pro's is that if it does work the superior can help you grow as a professional and as a person. It's tough,and it depends on the 2 people.
820476
Sounds like your co-worker is jelous of all the extra attention you've been getting from your boss because you're more qualified than she is. It looks like you have a few options you could talk to your boss about the issue and ask if there's any way you two could be split up as it's affecting both your work ethics negatively. You could approach your co-worker and explain that you're not trying to step on her toes you're just doing your best to help out your boss and it has nothing to do with her personally. If none of those work I guess your best option would be the other job. I know if this was my problem though I wouldn't let someone else make me leave a job I loved I'd do my best to work through it by being open and honest with the other parties involved.
468975
If you're married, no. You knew what you were getting into. If you're not married ... ask yourself why you got into this relationship in the first place. Are you that fickle that you'll change partners on a whim. I'd say your partner would probably be better off without you.
49185
Yes.But it depends on how good the partner is
168007
It would be best that you express to him how you feel about hiim- not only to see if he feels the same way but to get the feeling off your chest. However since this is in the workplace, you should be cautious about how you approach this romance. If you two start dating, don't make it too public among your coworkers. I would leave the relationship alone period if you have a good position at your job and you see yourself getting promoted in the near future- just to be safe.
303630
A relationship is like a business partnership; it has common goals, assets and liabilities. Like in a business, if members don’t work together, the business will become ineffective and possibly not exist for too long. The ability to work together means recognizing each person’s strengths and helping them come out at the same time recognizing each member’s weaknesses and learning to turn weaknesses into assets. Two heads are better than one and if couples follow this rule, they will see that the deep depressing valleys that lie ahead may be nothing more than pot holes once they approach them.
811155
tough question... just like inter-office dating.. tricky!\n\nyou gotta weigh things out ... i've found most people that spend too much time together will usually split up bad.. this can/will affect the band. \n\nI think Ego's might also be something to consider, if he is lead to u.. or visa versa, it might be a problem. I mean there are so many things to consider but the bottom line is love conquers all and if the rules or what you both want is laid out it should be okay. I guess communication is the main thing.\n\nGood luck and Rock on!