My earlier organisation was encouraging this and special additional allowance was given. This only encouraged total loyalty and commitment.
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The same thing happens in my previous company. My previous company is a very reputed big company, but after their marriage, nobody raised this issue. Moreover, it's been more than 1 year now that they are married and still working with the same company. In my experience, both husband and wife can work in the same company.
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Hi,
My wife is working in the same organization where I work. One of the members said that having both husband and wife leave together could be a problem. In our case, my wife leaves at 6 pm while I leave at 9 pm. We use different vehicles. The timing of leaving depends on the nature of work and our respective grades/designations. A senior staff member cannot leave at 6 pm every day, or one of us would have to wait outside to pick the other up if we were to travel together. Up to now, she refers to me as "Sir" in my office. Many of our colleagues are unaware that we are married as we maintain professionalism. Thus, there is no issue for us or for the organization.
When I worked at Tata, in Estates, they recently started recruiting married couples because it allows them to provide single house accommodation. Otherwise, the company would have to maintain two houses. The decision to allow or not allow this practice depends on the company's policy. There are pros and cons to this situation, but if the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, there is nothing wrong with working together. Companies with high levels of internal politics and a negative atmosphere typically hesitate to permit married couples to work in the same office. However, working in different departments should not pose a problem.
Many times, working together has been advantageous for both us and the company. We do not have to go to separate offices. We can support each other during challenging situations, help with official work that is non-confidential, balance workloads when needed, and provide guidance on certain assignments. Additionally, interaction between interdependent departments is smoother when spouses work together. For women, having their husband work with them also provides a sense of security.
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Wilfred
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My wife is working in the same organization where I work. One of the members said that having both husband and wife leave together could be a problem. In our case, my wife leaves at 6 pm while I leave at 9 pm. We use different vehicles. The timing of leaving depends on the nature of work and our respective grades/designations. A senior staff member cannot leave at 6 pm every day, or one of us would have to wait outside to pick the other up if we were to travel together. Up to now, she refers to me as "Sir" in my office. Many of our colleagues are unaware that we are married as we maintain professionalism. Thus, there is no issue for us or for the organization.
When I worked at Tata, in Estates, they recently started recruiting married couples because it allows them to provide single house accommodation. Otherwise, the company would have to maintain two houses. The decision to allow or not allow this practice depends on the company's policy. There are pros and cons to this situation, but if the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, there is nothing wrong with working together. Companies with high levels of internal politics and a negative atmosphere typically hesitate to permit married couples to work in the same office. However, working in different departments should not pose a problem.
Many times, working together has been advantageous for both us and the company. We do not have to go to separate offices. We can support each other during challenging situations, help with official work that is non-confidential, balance workloads when needed, and provide guidance on certain assignments. Additionally, interaction between interdependent departments is smoother when spouses work together. For women, having their husband work with them also provides a sense of security.
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Wilfred
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What I have observed and still observing is that there is no such a big issue if husband and wife work in the same organization. Anyone has to get married, and perhaps we can lose good employees, which may create demotivation for all.
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Terminating any employee without a valid reason will attract legal complications if the terminated employee approaches the court. Otherwise, everything is fine in today's privatized world.
But in my personal opinion, such termination could be justified if the standing orders of the company object to married couples working in the company and that is communicated to the concerned employees well in advance. But what I don't understand is why the company is bothered?
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achu
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But in my personal opinion, such termination could be justified if the standing orders of the company object to married couples working in the company and that is communicated to the concerned employees well in advance. But what I don't understand is why the company is bothered?
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achu
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Hi Ravi/Nitesh,
I strongly feel that it's immaterial to the organization whether two persons working under a single roof are having an intimate bond like marriage. As Nitesh pointed out, productivity would go down because the two of them won't be able to stay late, and both will be on leave if one falls sick. It's all absurd in my opinion. I don't have any intention to offend Nitesh; I am just stating my views.
Two directors (top management) or two doctors, or any two professionals in the top management cadre, you will normally find them in a family relationship or a marriage bond under Indian circumstances.
Rules and regulations, whether rational or irrational, are meant for lower cadre staff and managers. No rules apply to anyone in the higher top management concerning the time spent at the office or for any other matters.
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I strongly feel that it's immaterial to the organization whether two persons working under a single roof are having an intimate bond like marriage. As Nitesh pointed out, productivity would go down because the two of them won't be able to stay late, and both will be on leave if one falls sick. It's all absurd in my opinion. I don't have any intention to offend Nitesh; I am just stating my views.
Two directors (top management) or two doctors, or any two professionals in the top management cadre, you will normally find them in a family relationship or a marriage bond under Indian circumstances.
Rules and regulations, whether rational or irrational, are meant for lower cadre staff and managers. No rules apply to anyone in the higher top management concerning the time spent at the office or for any other matters.
Thomas
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There should not be any policies in HR Manual…..But the HR Some HR department should have the Rights to decide depending on the following :
..In which department do you work
. How big is the company …Total Number of employees.
No Problem if
-> If It's technical or Software ( Then there is no problem ).
--> Two different departments….it's there is no interaction between the two department
Problem If :
--> Big Problem IF : Both are from Sales or Marketing Department.
--> HR department
-->The Husband or wife should report to Wife or Husband.
You have be the decision maker ….
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..In which department do you work
. How big is the company …Total Number of employees.
No Problem if
-> If It's technical or Software ( Then there is no problem ).
--> Two different departments….it's there is no interaction between the two department
Problem If :
--> Big Problem IF : Both are from Sales or Marketing Department.
--> HR department
-->The Husband or wife should report to Wife or Husband.
You have be the decision maker ….
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Hi,
You need not remove any of them; rather, you can set the best example by showing that a wife and husband can work together without any problem. Remind them of their duties, treat them like employees, not like husband and wife. Remind them that they should not work as a husband and wife but must act like any other employee. It's all about the mindset that plays the game here. Think positively...
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You need not remove any of them; rather, you can set the best example by showing that a wife and husband can work together without any problem. Remind them of their duties, treat them like employees, not like husband and wife. Remind them that they should not work as a husband and wife but must act like any other employee. It's all about the mindset that plays the game here. Think positively...
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Hi Friends,
Currently, I am working in the IT sector, and what I have observed here is that both boys and girls are marrying among themselves. Last year, there were 3 couples, and I believe that currently, about 8 to 10 husbands and wives are working here.
Furthermore, some of our male employees, both seniors and juniors, are referring their wives for recruitment opportunities.
Our management believes that this trend will not negatively impact the production, atmosphere, or culture of the company.
In my personal observation, over my last three years here, I have rarely seen husbands and wives talking to each other during office hours.
Legally, we cannot enforce anything, but we can take actions with a diplomatic approach.
Thank you,
rrtpan
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Currently, I am working in the IT sector, and what I have observed here is that both boys and girls are marrying among themselves. Last year, there were 3 couples, and I believe that currently, about 8 to 10 husbands and wives are working here.
Furthermore, some of our male employees, both seniors and juniors, are referring their wives for recruitment opportunities.
Our management believes that this trend will not negatively impact the production, atmosphere, or culture of the company.
In my personal observation, over my last three years here, I have rarely seen husbands and wives talking to each other during office hours.
Legally, we cannot enforce anything, but we can take actions with a diplomatic approach.
Thank you,
rrtpan
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Hi Pooja,
I think you like my organization. At present, I am working in the IT sector and what I have found here is that both boys and girls are getting married among themselves. Last year, there were 3 couples, and currently, I believe about 8 to 10 husbands and wives are working here.
Not only this, some of our male employees, both seniors and juniors, are recommending their wives for recruitment. Our management believes that this will not affect the production, atmosphere, or culture of the company.
My personal observation is also positive. During my last 3 years of tenure here, I have rarely seen husbands and wives talking to each other during office hours. Legally, we can't force anything; we can only act with some tact and diplomacy.
Thanks,
rrtpan
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I think you like my organization. At present, I am working in the IT sector and what I have found here is that both boys and girls are getting married among themselves. Last year, there were 3 couples, and currently, I believe about 8 to 10 husbands and wives are working here.
Not only this, some of our male employees, both seniors and juniors, are recommending their wives for recruitment. Our management believes that this will not affect the production, atmosphere, or culture of the company.
My personal observation is also positive. During my last 3 years of tenure here, I have rarely seen husbands and wives talking to each other during office hours. Legally, we can't force anything; we can only act with some tact and diplomacy.
Thanks,
rrtpan
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