Toxic bosses
You suck, Mr. Boss ☢
A candidate I recently interviewed said that the reason they were looking to leave their current job is because their boss/manager is toxic. The sad part is that this candidate was very strong, dynamic with a great background. This company is going to lose a great asset.
Toxic bosses micromanage, make you feel insecure and most times have unrealistic expectations. The crazy part about this whole thing is that many such bosses/managers will never admit that they are toxic or bad managers. Nope. The problem will always be you ????
So, what can you do? Address your concerns by having a conversation with your boss. Here are some steps to communicate effectively:
- Choose the right time and place to have that conversation
- Be prepared with specific examples of where your skills are not utilized
- Remain calm and professional.
- Use "I" statements eg: "I feel my skills are not being fully utilized"
- Offer solutions on what they need to do to get the best out of you
- Listen and seek understanding.
- Follow up to ensure actions are taken.
Remember, every work situation is unique, so adapt these steps accordingly. If issues persist, it might be time to GTFO!
How have you dealt with toxic bosses?
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