Boss

They act defensive because they have a lot to defend. Your boss’s boss knows that the managerial relationship places a strong role in an employee’s decision to leave, so your boss is now having to prove that losing a good employee isn’t that bad after all. How do bosses react when you resign? The best-case […]

“Toxic bosses are all about getting work done, but do not focus on your own needs for development and work that taps into your strengths and skills.” A good boss is one that communicates goals and is willing to have difficult conversations with their staff. Who are toxic managers? Toxic managers divert people’s energy from […]

If it’s something you think he or she will forget about, you have a better chance of skirting the issue. But the trick here is considering whether using ignorance will backfire-even on things that seem small. “Don’t ignore your boss just because you think they’re asking you to do something stupid,” Abbajay says. How do […]

Challenge your perspective. Don’t assume your boss’s intent. Flip the lens. Gather courage. Don’t take too long to make the ask. Prepare yourself. Have the conversation. Look for opportunities to make yourself visible. Keep your own counsel. What does it mean when my boss ignores me? When your boss is avoiding you, he is indicating […]

Talk with your manager. Express your desire to progress your career and what bothers you. It is always good to ask for feedback and try to understand from your manager how they think about your performance and what you can do better. When asking for feedback, you open up to the door to ask what’s […]

Employees often complain that managers are too busy to meet with them, listen to their concerns, or update them about decisions; similarly, managers often acknowledge that they behave insensitively towards employees or act less fairly because they are overloaded or lack time.” How bosses should treat their employees? 8 Great Ways For Bosses To Treat […]

A narcissistic boss might require excessive praise, often seem volatile, or purposefully ignore your work accomplishments. The key to dealing with a narcissistic boss is to sustain your own perspective about your work and your self-worth despite your boss’s reactions. Are narcissists good managers? Our recent studies show that narcissistic managers are poorly equipped to […]

How to use the grey rock method Stay neutral and disengaged. Don’t give them your attention. Keep interactions short and sweet. Don’t give away personal information. What is the grey rock technique? What Is the Grey Rock Method? The grey rock method is a strategy used to interact with someone in a safe way by […]

Below are seven red flags of narcissistic bosses, along with integral guidelines for protecting yourself. They are not respecting boundaries. They are using the “divide and conquer” strategy. They often have mood swings. They are “all talk and no action.” They take credit for others’ work. They don’t take the blame. How do you outsmart […]

02/6No in-between work breaks If your boss doesn’t allow you in-between work breaks and pressurises you to work continuously without giving you an adequate amount of pay, then you either need to have a word with the boss or leave the job. Should I quit toxic boss? Usually, it’s not advised to quit before you […]

What to Do If You Think Your Boss Wants You to Quit Start researching new careers. Don’t blame yourself. Make your time away from work more enjoyable. Visualize the type of work environment you want in the future. Request a meeting with your boss. Remind yourself that this too shall pass. How do you tell […]

Whenever a boss starts giving away tasks that you always do—or that they know you enjoy—without some type of explanation, they’re communicating that they either don’t value you or don’t trust you to do it anymore, says Lowman Smith. The same goes if they’re giving you grunt work that’s not normally your job, she says. […]

What to Do If You Think Your Boss Is Shutting You Out Revisit your assumptions. First, verify that your boss is treating you differently from the way they treat everyone. Repair the relationship. Don’t let poor management affect your performance. Reach out to build a base of indirect support. How do you deal with being […]

How to Communicate With a Rude Boss Confront the Rude Behavior. Rude behavior is a form of selfishness and disrespect for other people, and is characterized by demeaning remarks, offensive comments and interrupting. Try a Humorous Approach. Communicate Your Concerns by Email. Express Your Concerns in Person. How do you respond to a disrespectful boss? […]

“It’s not only okay to tell your boss that you are unhappy with your job, it’s preferable,” said Gorick Ng, a career adviser at Harvard University and the author of “The Unspoken Rules: Secrets to Starting Your Career Off Right.” Is it OK to tell your boss that you’re unhappy at work? While you are […]

If your boss realizes a mistake or an error in thinking, they should encourage a new way of doing things to get the job done. However, if your boss refuses to change their approach — or requires you to keep doing work that’s ineffective — they may be setting you up to fail. How do […]

How to Deal With a Sneaky Boss Get to Know Your Boss. It’s not likely that a toxic boss has gone without leadership training. Be a Stellar Employee Anyway. Be Sure to Document Everything. File a Complaint. Take Care of Yourself. How do you outsmart a sneaky boss? How to deal with a toxic boss: […]

Other studies show that people with bad bosses are more susceptible to chronic depression, stress and anxiety, all of which increase the risk of a lowered immune system. Some research even indicates that it takes people 22 months to restore their stress levels to a healthy range after working for a bad manager. Should I […]

Emotional abuse is a form of workplace harassment, which is commonly defined as belittling or threatening behavior towards an individual worker or a group of workers. Harassment and emotional abuse on the workplace cover a wide range of conducts of an offensive nature. What is considered examples of emotional abuse? Emotional abuse can involve any […]

In this blog post, we will discuss signs that your boss may be testing you and what signs can mean for your career progression! #1 A Longer Work Week. #2 Different/weird project requests. #3 New project deadlines. #4 Strange behaviors from other employees. #5 Your manager ignores you. #6 Little praise from managers. How do […]