Tinder Leave? Thai Company Offers Paid Time Off for Employees to Find Love!
In an innovative move to boost employee well-being, Thailand-based marketing agency Whiteline Group has launched a paid "Tinder Leave" program, allowing staff to take time off to explore romantic connections on the popular dating app. The initiative, running from July until the end of the year, is designed to help employees balance their personal lives with their professional commitments.
Whiteline Group, headquartered in Bangkok and employing around 200 people, is also covering the costs of Tinder Gold and Tinder Platinum subscriptions for eligible staff. The company believes that fostering love and happiness can lead to increased productivity in the workplace.
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The decision to introduce Tinder Leave was inspired by an employee’s complaint about her busy schedule, which left little time for dating. In response, management crafted the program to encourage staff to prioritize their personal lives alongside their professional responsibilities.
Rules for Tinder Leave
Employees interested in taking advantage of Tinder Leave must provide a week's notice. They will receive six months of paid dating app subscriptions, including premium features like the ability to see who liked them, match with users globally, and send Super Likes. The offer is available only to those who have completed their probation period and joined the company between July 9 and December 31, 2024.
The company announced the initiative on LinkedIn, stating that Tinder Leave would help employees achieve a better work-life balance, as love and happiness positively impact overall productivity.
Contrasting Approach in Australia
While Whiteline Group is focusing on work-life balance, Australian mining company Mineral Resources is taking a different approach. Managing Director Chris Ellison recently revealed plans to introduce amenities at their Perth office to discourage employees from leaving during work hours. Ellison noted that allowing staff to step out for coffee or errands resulted in additional costs, and the company aims to minimize such disruptions by providing on-site services.
The contrast between Whiteline Group’s Tinder Leave program and Mineral Resources’ in-office strategy highlights the varied approaches companies are taking to enhance employee satisfaction and productivity.
