How to become friends with your boss...?
27 September 2012
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Throughout your career, you will likely create friendly relationships with your bosses. Indeed, you will spend a lot of time together, giving you the opportunity to get to know each other. During a business trip or when you stay late at the office, you may discover common interests. You may even do some activities together outside of the office. Even if your boss becomes a friend, remember that they remain your superior and have some control over your career. Also, avoid disclosing personal secrets or compromising information to your boss. This will harm your credibility and effectiveness.
Don't let yourself be led by the nose
Remember that diplomacy does not mean sucking up to your boss. Yet, there are people in every company who don't know how to say "no".
Too many people don't dare to reveal what they really think and only say what others want to hear. Some managers like to surround themselves with people who always agree with them, even when they are wrong. A famous television host once said: "I want everyone to tell me the truth, even if it costs them their job." Don't always agree with your boss just to seem accommodating or because your superior's title intimidates you. This is to your advantage, to your boss's advantage, and to the company's advantage. If you have a better idea or a contrary opinion, share it. Be honest and direct with people. Don't let others walk all over you!
Inform your boss of your goals and objectives
To maintain a good relationship with your boss or supervisor, you must inform them of what you need to do your job effectively and achieve the goals you have set for yourself. Don't just reveal what you will and won't do, but suggest to your boss the communication method that seems most effective for working together. A boss can contribute to your career advancement, but only if they know your goals. Let them know about your career plan, what you want to accomplish, and what you need to achieve those goals. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Your boss can be a very valuable resource. You shouldn't feel like their competitor, as you are a team. The more effectively you work, the better your boss looks. It's in their interest that you do well.
Think like your boss
Identify with your boss and imitate their way of doing things. Remember the following wise advice: "If you want to become CEO, act like a CEO." This applies to attitude, clothing, working hours, and professional ethics. Don't become a clone, but don't go against the grain either. If your boss arrives at 8 a.m. and leaves at 6 p.m., you shouldn't arrive at 8:30 a.m. and leave at 5:30 p.m. You'll gain points if you arrive earlier than your boss and stay later.
If your boss is very sociable and extroverted, don't keep to yourself. Try to use the same expressions as them so that they feel at ease and agree with what you say. Find out what qualities your boss admires in others. Find out what they value in their employees. Ask others or your boss directly. Your boss will respect the fact that you want to know more about their expectations. You will thus discover the criteria by which they will judge you. It will then be easier for you to get on the right track. It is important to ask these questions when you start your job. To play the game, you must first know the rules.
Monster.ca
Posted on September 27, 2012.
Don't let yourself be led by the nose
Remember that diplomacy does not mean sucking up to your boss. Yet, there are people in every company who don't know how to say "no".
Too many people don't dare to reveal what they really think and only say what others want to hear. Some managers like to surround themselves with people who always agree with them, even when they are wrong. A famous television host once said: "I want everyone to tell me the truth, even if it costs them their job." Don't always agree with your boss just to seem accommodating or because your superior's title intimidates you. This is to your advantage, to your boss's advantage, and to the company's advantage. If you have a better idea or a contrary opinion, share it. Be honest and direct with people. Don't let others walk all over you!
Inform your boss of your goals and objectives
To maintain a good relationship with your boss or supervisor, you must inform them of what you need to do your job effectively and achieve the goals you have set for yourself. Don't just reveal what you will and won't do, but suggest to your boss the communication method that seems most effective for working together. A boss can contribute to your career advancement, but only if they know your goals. Let them know about your career plan, what you want to accomplish, and what you need to achieve those goals. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Your boss can be a very valuable resource. You shouldn't feel like their competitor, as you are a team. The more effectively you work, the better your boss looks. It's in their interest that you do well.
Think like your boss
Identify with your boss and imitate their way of doing things. Remember the following wise advice: "If you want to become CEO, act like a CEO." This applies to attitude, clothing, working hours, and professional ethics. Don't become a clone, but don't go against the grain either. If your boss arrives at 8 a.m. and leaves at 6 p.m., you shouldn't arrive at 8:30 a.m. and leave at 5:30 p.m. You'll gain points if you arrive earlier than your boss and stay later.
If your boss is very sociable and extroverted, don't keep to yourself. Try to use the same expressions as them so that they feel at ease and agree with what you say. Find out what qualities your boss admires in others. Find out what they value in their employees. Ask others or your boss directly. Your boss will respect the fact that you want to know more about their expectations. You will thus discover the criteria by which they will judge you. It will then be easier for you to get on the right track. It is important to ask these questions when you start your job. To play the game, you must first know the rules.
Monster.ca
Posted on September 27, 2012.
