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| Bad bosses, including nasty bullies, micro-managing control freaks, and passive-aggressive managers, can be found in most organizations. A recent study of employees found that 80% described their boss as a “lousy manager.” Managers are under increasing pressure to produce more with less. Many have been promoted into positions for which they are ill-trained. Chances are you’ve worked for a supervisor who made your job miserable. |
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The definition of a “bad boss” depends on your needs, the managers’ skills, and the organizational environment. One person’s boss-from-hell (“She provides no direction!”) may be another employee’s dream boss (“She leaves me alone and lets me do my job!”). Some companies even encourage a culture of bullies. A Gallup survey of more than 1 million employees found that the main reason people leave their job relates to problematic relationships with their immediate supervisor.
If you find yourself in a difficult situation with your supervisor, look at your own behavior and actions. Are you contributing to the problem by sabotaging projects or relationships within the office? Focus on performing your work assignments and avoid gossiping with colleagues. Consider what your boss wants and needs from you and find ways to provide it.
Meet with your boss to discuss what you need in terms of direction, feedback and support. Share documentation of your achievements and keep your supervisor updated on the status of important projects or assignments.
If you have tried these strategies and the situation hasn’t improved, you have two options: wait it out and hope the boss leaves the organization or begin looking for a new job either within or outside the current company.
Job seekers join great companies but leave because of bad bosses. If you need help in developing an exit strategy, contact the Career Exploration Office at 614-292-3503, 292-8493 or careerexploration@osu.edu. |
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CareerSearch II is a user-friendly database of over 2.3 million companies and recruiting firms. The database can be used to access information by industry, by geographic location and/or by key words. CareerSearch II does not provide lists of companies with active job openings, but it does assist you in identifying lists of potential target companies. It also provides the company address, phone numbers, web site, annual budget, number of employees, company divisions AND the names of senior management. Additional features of the site include a Salary Wizard, Top Rated Cities Guide, and Search the News (for articles containing keywords or specific companies.) CEO clients purchasing the Scarlet or Gray package of career services have access to CareerSearch. For more information on CareerSearch or the career packages, contact the CEO at 614-292-3503 or careerexploration@osu.edu. |
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The Partnership for Public Services recently surveyed Federal departments and agencies regarding their hiring needs and found that most new hires in the Federal Government will be in 5 major areas: security, enforcement & compliance; medical and public health; engineering & sciences (including microbiologists, botanists, chemist and veterinarians); program management & administration; and accounting, budget & business (including revenue agents and tax examiners.) Visit www.usajobs.gov for information on federal job opportunities and contact the CEO (614-292-3503 or 292-8493) for help with your career search. |
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