AFTERWORD

Your relationship with your boss matters—a lot. It’s the most critical factor in your engagement and enjoyment of the job. If you have a great boss, he’s motivating you to work hard, develop your skills, and thrive in the role. However, if you have a bad boss, he’s likely the cause of your frustration, disengagement, and stress, and he probably isn’t getting the best out of you. Even if you have a great boss, you’re not guaranteed a career full of them; sooner or later, you’re bound to work for one you’re having a hard time getting along with or figuring out. What are you prepared to do about it?

I believe you need to be the catalyst for improving this relationship. You don’t have to be a victim—you can proactively change your attitude ...

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