Boss

Bosses can be friends, but they don’t have to be—and many great managers will choose being a mentor over being a friend. But the best people managers understand what makes you tick, know what you care about at and outside of work, and push you to be your absolute best self. Is it a good […]

Here are 10 unmistakable signs your boss wants you to quit They take away your best projects for no reason. They change your title and/or your pay. They cut you off from others outside the department. They pretend you’ve made mistakes even if you haven’t. How can you tell if your boss is trying to […]

Here are 8 signs that will clue you into whether your boss will make it or not. Employees are unmotivated. Your boss hoards information. Your boss acts like a dictator. Your boss is a terrible communicator. Your boss fails to listen. Your boss is unable or willing to adapt and change. Your boss lacks resilience. […]

Thank you for all the years of guidance and advice you have bestowed upon me. You’re the one who truly molded me into someone with valuable skills and talents. It was a privilege to work under your leadership. I hope to make you proud of my future endeavors as well. How do you appreciate your […]

It’s essential for employees to feel like equals and equal contributing members to the team. A great boss creates an environment based on integrity, trust, respect — and one that encourages feedback, innovation, and creativity. Employees in such an atmosphere flourish. Why is it important to be a good boss? A Good Boss Improves Professional […]

6 Ways to Build a Stronger Relationship With Your Boss Take the initiative. Structure appropriate discussion time. Use personal communication. Maintain a positive work ethic. Ask for feedback. Talk about goals. Can you be in a relationship with your boss? There is no law against dating one’s boss. But many companies have policies in place […]

1) Does not understand the question and does not want to ask for clarification. 2) Does not know the answer and feels threatened or intimidated by your question. 3) Does not want to be wrong because after all he/she is the boss and is supposed to know everything and is the smartest person in the […]

“In one word, how would you describe the best manager you ever had?” Inspirational 35 Coach Leader 20 Passionate Motivating 16 Approachable Fair 14 Authentic Trusting 13 Caring What are 5 adjectives that best describe a good manager? These leaders share a set of traits or skills that other bosses can learn from. Positive and […]

If you know what you’d like to request from your boss to ease your workload, you can say something like: “I’ve been struggling with a lot of stress and anxiety and would like to request some changes to my schedule or time-off, etc.” “Be as honest and as candid as you can be. How do […]

You don’t need to send a super long email asking your boss for their permission to stay home while sick. Rather, you need to let your boss know that you came down with a fever and you’re really not feeling well enough to come into the office. If you need to and can, offer to […]

While knowing how much your boss makes could turn out to be a great motivator for advancing your career, you never want to ask that question directly. Making your boss uncomfortable is not the greatest way to build a fruitful relationship. Instead, ask yourself why you want to know. Is questioning your boss insubordination? Employees […]

Honesty in Interactions Bosses demand honesty from their workers. Employers must know that they can trust their people to give honest assessments of their performance. Is it good to be honest with your boss? Honesty is the best policy in the workplace — but like any rule, this one has a few exceptions. “It’s important […]

What to Do When Your Boss Favors a Coworker Try to Understand the Situation. Attempt to understand why this special consideration exists. Don’t Place Blame. Exercise Patience. Remain Professional. Maintain a Positive Outlook. Use Human Resources as a Last Resort. How do you respond to favoritism in the workplace? Speak up. Be able to say […]

How to Cope With a Supervisor You Do Not Respect Evaluate Your Supervisor/Supervisee Relationship. If you’re losing trust in your boss, consider the signs your boss doesn’t respect you. Avoid Creating a Toxic Work Environment. Work Even Harder. Talk to the Top Boss. Practice Stress Management. Learn From Your Experience. How do you deal with […]

Your boss is human and has the same need for status and respect in the workplace as everyone else. When they see you outshining them, they can feel threatened, especially if they perceive their own popularity and status are being diminished, giving rise to jealousy, envy, or frustration. What do you do when your boss […]

Risks in the Workplace It is possible flirting with your boss can damage your reputation at work. With the way gossip flies in many offices or workplaces, you ought to be concerned with what’s being said about you. Spending too much time with the boss opens you up to ridicule by your fellow employees. Is […]

Keep it clear and concise. State it in terms that are easy to grasp, and show how your boss or employer will benefit if they resolve it to your satisfaction. Regardless of how reasonable your request is it may not get granted. How do professionals complain about managers? How to Write a Formal Complaint Letter […]

How to work for a boss you don’t respect Take a step a back and examine the relationship. Determine whether you don’t like your boss or you don’t respect your boss. Seek advice from a colleague. Talk to your boss. Remind yourself of the positives. Ask for a mentor or coach. Develop coping strategies. What […]

Here’s What You Do When You’re Smarter Than Your Boss Never ever badmouth or gossip about your boss. Be as useful as possible. Be positive, not resentful. Work with them, not against them. Never disagree publicly. Don’t take it personally. Be respectful in communication. How do you deal with being more qualified than your boss? […]

Tell your boss how that situation made you feel. Express to them the emotion—e.g., anger, confusion, anxiety—and why you felt it. Don’t devolve into the actual emotion; do your best to stay calm. But it’s okay to let your boss know that you were upset or angry or whatever it was you were feeling. How […]