We're 'just colleagues'
We're 'just colleagues' He doesn’t need hints to remember your birthday and he doesn’t end up gifting you shocking red sneakers when all you wear is sandals. He is well aware of your favourite colour and also whether you prefer cheese or mayonnaise with your burger. No, we are not talking about your boyfriend and it’s definitely not your husband, the man with whom you promised to tread the “for better or for worse” road. It’s your “office spouse”. Scratching your head on this? Well, this term has been coined to describe the new relationship phenomenon that’s developing among co-workers as women climb up the corporate ladder and work longer, harder, and in close proximity with colleagues of the opposite sex. The concept of an office spouse is new but not uncommon, and the phenomenon is increasing. Here is a person who understands your predicament at work, cares for you and meets emotional needs, going beyond the requirements of the job, and you can’t help comparing him with ...