6 tips to make things less awkward when your office romance ends badly
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But now, it's over. And you can't just heal by pounding some beers or watching a teary romance (or doing both simultaneously). You still have to see this person every day. You have to suffer through your ex-sweetheart's office-wide emails and boring presentations.
So what do you do when your workplace romance sours?
Of course, there are a number of variables that determine how you ought to handle a breakup with a coworker: Was your affair secret or public? Were you involved with your superior? Were you married, dating, or just having fun?
No matter what your circumstances, however, it's important to stand your ground in the aftermath of a workplace breakup. Don't allow temporary bad vibes to derail your whole career trajectory.
Nicole Williams, a career expert and author of "Girl on Top" and "Wildly Sophisticated," spoke with Business Insider, sharing even more advice on handling a breakup with a coworker.
Here are her six tips for making this awkward time a bit easier:
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