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Massively overstepped the mark with colleague

120 replies

BlackCatFan · 28/03/2020 15:04

I wondered if I could have some advice. I've never been in this situation before.
I started a new job recently, it's well paid (for me) and I tried very hard to get it. Was pleased when I was offered it.

I started with three other new people. One of the guys I sort of noticed, he was generally friendly with me. I thought nothing of it.

We went on a training course and while we had some free time we ended up getting chatting. Turns out we have a great deal in common, especially music which is my thing. He what's app'd me a playlist he'd made. Didn't think much of it, thought I'd made a new friend which I was happy about.

One Friday afternoon we had a long chat about all sorts. I saw him talking to another colleague and as soon as I entered the room he cut the chat short and walked straight to my desk. That night he what's apped me and talked about weekend plans. Nothing weird.

A lot has happened in one week and we ended up flirting which has moved on to full on sexting. Including images......

I like him, and I tried to pull back but I wasn't strong enough. I genuinely think it will be ok at work as long as I'm professional and mature but I still worry about my job

I've looked up some policies and it looks like it's ok to have a work relationship as long as it doesn't disrupt work.

Equally I'm worried he just sees me as a shag

Does anyone have any thoughts on what I should do? Thank you

OP posts:
offlikeabanger · 28/03/2020 17:32

How long have you been off sick from this job that you only started last month?

Whatever's going on here, if anything, please get your priorities right.

izzywizzygood · 28/03/2020 17:38

Go for it, he sounds fun! :)

PennyRoyal · 28/03/2020 17:50

Take it slow and enjoy the build up to your first date.

mamato3lads · 28/03/2020 17:55

Why come on here and lie OP?

It’s so bloody pointless, so irritating and a waste of everyone’s time.

AwrightDoreenTakeAFuckinDayOff · 28/03/2020 17:59

@famousforwrongreason

No no young. 35 apparently.

flippityflobberty · 28/03/2020 18:03

Ugh. You need a hobby OP

Lobsterquadrille2 · 28/03/2020 18:05

From previous threads, the OP has MH problems.

neveradullmoment99 · 28/03/2020 18:06

Why dont you do a video call date over wine?

MiaowMix · 28/03/2020 18:22

@neveradullmoment99 because she has a partner? Or maybe that's made up too...

Who knows if anything this poster says is true, based on the lies in this thread...

Ginger1982 · 28/03/2020 18:35

You're pathetic, seriously. I know life is a bit dull right now, but come on 🙄

BlancoNita · 28/03/2020 18:43

Jesus what a saddo. I wonder sometimes about people

Roostersmum2 · 28/03/2020 19:12

Steer clear of male colleagues who send dick, coming from the voice of bitter experience Grin

couchlover · 28/03/2020 20:18

I met my dh at work - this was before phone cameras! We took things reasonably slowly. We waited two months to sleep together as we wanted to be sure we were reasonably serious about each other.

We ended up working together for nearly 15 years but inevitably our careers took different paths that they might not have taken had we not got together.

Idontwantthis · 28/03/2020 22:00

🙄

Heartburn888 · 28/03/2020 22:15

I’d keep it strictly professional. From my personal experience things may get weird/awkward for you both and you don’t want to dread going into work when it’s such a good opportunity for you

MintyMabel · 28/03/2020 22:49

Should I quit the job?

If you’re off sick for weeks from a job you’ve only had for a couple of months this, I rather think that will take care of itself before too long.

Ozgirl75 · 29/03/2020 07:56

You’re off sick from a job you’ve only just started, you’re sexting and cheating and the person your sexting is also cheating and is also your manager? I don’t think you’ll have to worry that you work together soon as as soon as higher management twigs all this, you’ll be out anyway.

This is why we have probation periods Grin

CountFosco · 29/03/2020 21:32

I know I shouldn't but I quite like the trolls who lie about romances. Feels fairly innocent (foot fetish notwithstanding) in comparison to the pervy troll posts you get.

Deathraystare · 30/03/2020 07:48

I'm professional and mature

Not in this universe you aren't. Is this for real??? Perhaps you wanted you r pictures shared online and about the office??? If so, well done! Some people have no respect for themselves.

Mumsie43 · 30/03/2020 11:43

I have a work crush it is hard to be on lockdown when you do not get to see them.
I guess if he is not sitting across from you at a desk and you know what you are doing, Enjoy!
I do want to message my crush but then I could get into trouble or make trouble!
at least you get to take him home so to speak haha.

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