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12 Tips for Handling Valentine's Day at the Office

Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue -- Keep Both of Them to Yourself on Feb. 14

Valentine's Day is a Double-Edged Sword

Valentine's Day. Perhaps no other holiday evokes stronger feelings from both the lovesick and those entirely sick of love.

Sure the celebration of holidays at the office can be fun. After all, you're still sporting that certificate for "Best Costume" at Halloween. But if management wanted you to make a big deal about Valentine's Day, they'd have handed out a list of names and asked you to decorate a card box for your desk just like in the fourth grade.

The bottom line is Cupid would never make it past security for a reason. Love may be the motto for February in the card aisle, but in the office the key word is "discretion."

Here's a list of helpful tips to keep in mind if you're thinking about merging your love life with your professional life this Feb. 14.

  • Heather Dugan

    Heather Dugan is a freelance writer/photographer and voice-over/on-camera talent with an international business clientele who specializes in spotlighting the inspiring and often humorous elements of business, family and travel. Her articles … Read more...

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