'HeadStart' offers tips on managing a challenging boss
Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Have you heard the saying, ‘People don’t leave their organizations, they leave their boss’? Unfortunately, there is some truth in that. Some bosses just seem to have a knack for pushing all the wrong buttons—from yelling and bullying to inventing fake deadlines or making you cancel your vacation for something trivial.
Despite giving our best, our relationship with our boss can sometimes become difficult. If this rings true for you, it might be necessary to address the issue or end the relationship as a last resort. Many individuals continue working in impossible situations, hoping things will improve.
However, if the situation is truly unbearable, it is unlikely to get better. Be mature enough to recognize this and look for other opportunities, either inside or outside the company. We have heard many excuses for why young professionals choose to stay under an impossible boss: ‘I owe it to my team to stay.’ ‘I think things will improve.’ ‘I’m rising above this for the good of the organization.’ While staying for the sake of your team or the organization may seem noble, if your self-esteem is being negatively affected and if it is impacting your mental health, it is not worth your time to stay invested.
Figure out what kind of boss you’re dealing with... Are they a know-it-all, an alpha, a micromanager, two-faced or just plain incompetent? Understanding their style can give you some clues on how to navigate the rocky waters you find yourself in. Take a moment to consider if your frustration with the boss is because of a recent incident or a long-standing issue in your working relationship.
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