How To Deal With A Difficult Boss

I was once worked in an outsourcing company before and I had to admit that my former boss is FULL of CRAP... Not only did he give a hard time with me, but also to my other officemates as well...

I found this post from one of my former officemates and I think it's very helpful for everyone here who has trouble dealing with their nemesis (their boss, hahaha!)

To everyone here employed, this one's for you... :D

Well if you have worked for anytime at all, you have had the opportunity to work with a difficult boss. I have had the pleasure of working with many over my lifetime and have learned a few interesting ways to handle a difficult boss.

First, Change your perspective.As long as you see your boss through your "jerk" filter, your boss will be a jerk. Let that go and see your boss as just your boss. Period. Don't make judgments or put labels on the boss. Realize that your boss just is. Shifting your perspective will help you to begin to shift the energy around how you think and respond to your boss.

Second, Learn to manage your boss.

Third, Understand that your boss is not going to change. I have worked with clients that think that if they just do their job better, faster, or more elegantly, the boss will see how valuable they are and change their evil ways. Ha, in your dreams! The boss is not going to change.

Fourth, Know that it does not matter if you like your boss.You do not have to be best friends with the boss. You do, however, have to have a professional relationship. That means that you do not complain or gossip about your boss and you get your job done.

Fifth, Understand that you have a few choices. You can stay and live with it or you can leave. You can either adapt to the situation or leave the situation. If you feel like the boss has done something illegal, you can always see a lawyer and find out what your rights are. You might also talk to someone in your Human Resource Department or the Equal Employment Opportunity person in your company. The thing to remember is that you are never powerless. Even if all you can do is control your own actions and attitudes, remember you are in control.

Sixth, Document everything. Documentation will support you if you ever have to file a complaint. Keep detailed records about the interactions with your boss, the work you are doing, and anything else that may seem important.

Seventh, Everyone is someone's difficult person. It is a matter of maintaining your sanity.

Eighth, Find someone outside of your work environment to talk with.

Lastly, Remember, you have the POWER!!Don't let anyone take it from you. Control your actions and attitudes. As long as you are in control, you are better able to manage the situation and make the best choices.

Good Luck! :D