Why is that important?
One might argue, that as long as I work hard, get results, I do not need to manage my boss.
It is irrelavant, meaningless and shallow.
If this is what you beleive, please start something of your own.
Be your own boss, you will do better in life than working for someone else.
Gallup is a leading survey company and according to them, one of the main reasons, please quit their jobs is because of their bosses.
Yes, its not pay, its not the extras, its the boss.
For most people, the immidiate boss is the company and all that the company stands for.
So, if you are interested in making it in the corporate world, read on.
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Great! Congratulations on identifying the need to manage your boss, and taking the first step towards becoming a pro.
Today lets talk about, your boss!
How well, do you know your boss?
Be honest with yourself, and take the quiz mentioned below.
Give yourself one point if you know the answer, and a Zero if your dont.q1. What is your boss' favorite colour?
q2. Where did your boss go to college?
q3. How does your boss spend his weekly off?
q4. Do you know your boss' Family details? Married? Kids? Names of kids?
q5. Do you know your boss' Important Dates? Date of Birth, Marriage Anniv, Kids birthdays, etc.
q6. How much does your boss make? Salary ++?
q7. What are yours boss goals? 5 yrs, 10 yrs etc.
q8. What gets him angry?
q9. What makes him smile?
q10. Do you know anyone who ever worked with him/for him?
Here is your scoring sheet.
8-10 Goodie! You are in the know. we'll talk more about how you need to start putting that knowledge to good use.
4-7 Well, I'm glad you know a little about who work for. This wont do. Start knowing more.
stay tuned, next week, I talk about how to know your boss better.
0-3 You do work right? Have a boss? Ever notice that one person who seems to make all the decisions, seems to shout a lot and gets more than his/her share of attention.
yes? That is the boss. You have to stay tuned!
Next week, How to know your boss.
Cheers!
The Coach
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