So You Are Working for a Difficult Boss, Huh?
Well. A bad boss is a universal phenomenon. All of us at some point of time or other have faced the monster from hell that just loves twisting you round his tiny li'l finger and takes pleasure in trashing your hard day's work right into the bin without any compunction! Phew... it's a tough little world we all live in. Here are a few practical pointers that will help you not only in dealing with that tough taskmaster of a boss, but also maybe help you win him over!
Don't judge him/her in haste.
Call it the human tendency
to gripe, but experience shows that people crib about their bosses just two days
into their job! So if you are just into your job and are having problems coping
with the Big B for inexplicable reasons, take a breather. Instead of rushing
into conclusions, take time off to understand your boss and his/her working
style. Giving yourself some time gives you some breathing space to settle into
your job, get accustomed to the work environment and hit off a working
relationship with your colleagues and more importantly, your boss. According to
experts, 3 months is a good enough time. In an ideal world, by the end of the
period you will end up realizing that your boss is not a bad soul after all!
Understand his/her psyche.
Yes. Apart from discharging
your duties, being on a job also entails taking on the role of a psychologist.
It pays to observe people, not the least your boss. Silently noticing your Boss
and colleagues gives you a peek into their character. Pay more attention to your
Boss's conversations, his mannerisms, how he interacts with the rest of the
team. Observing him will help you discover his likes and dislikes, pet interests
and even weaknesses. If you are smart, you will know how to leverage this
knowledge and develop good camaraderie between the two of you. You might gladly
end up discovering that you share similar interests. So, the next time you feel
like wringing your hair out in frustration, stop cribbing and starting
observing!
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Speak Up.
Ok so you have grinned and borne your boss.
Observed him to get to know him, have tried every thing to get him to like you,
yet he continues with his boorish behavior. Then it is time to have some frank
speak with him/ her. Put your concerns out in the open. Tell them frankly what
it is about their behavior that is discouraging you. If your boss is
considerate, he might take efforts to change his behavior. But if he refuses to
back off and regret his misgivings, go on and talk to the HR and other higher
ups in your company to come out with a solution. According to industry experts,
talking out sometimes helps clear the air and gives your boss an opportunity to
correct himself. Standing up to him will show you in a new light, as someone who
is confident and fearless. It may, with the right boss earn you some brownie
points a la good commendation and better prospects for promotions.
Vent your woes to willing ears!
Can't handle the stress
anymore? Then go ahead and vent your woes about your unfortunate situation with
your colleagues, friends, and family - well practically anyone who is willing to
lend you a patient ear. As any amateur psychologist would say, bottling up your
feelings will only end up stressing you out. While talking out will relieve you
of tension and give you solace that you are not the only one afflicted with a
bad sore-of a boss.
Cautionary advice:
Have these sessions outside office and very far
from your boss!! Don't over do it. You may end up driving people away with your
whining.
Nothing works? Get out! If you think you have given your best shot to live with that bully of a boss and he still ends up making your life a living hell? Then its time for you to pack your bags and scout for another job!
Author Bio
Mahalakshmi is a Marketing Writer for CAMO
Technologies. CAMO Technologies is an IT Outsourcing solutions provider offering Global IT Staffing
services, Application Development services, Software Testing services and
Web Services
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