It's a good question. But the answer differs from boss to boss as the character of the human being differs. In any other company, the boss has to play a role as a friend, boss, guide, mentor, or even as a brother. But in most companies, that is not happening.
Here, some of our members have written that their bosses are behaving like a friend. Reading this itself gives a good impression about them. To my knowledge, I can say that "the man (Boss) who recognizes the hard work of the employee or subordinates, meaning they have to give respect for the work done by an employee through performance appraisal at a good rate, promotion, salary hike, by giving some awards, or at least by giving a word of appreciation will do a lot from the boss." So, the boss will always play a dual role; first, he/she must understand that they are at least human beings, then they came to the position as a boss. So, they have to look back at the way they have come from step by step.
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JAYANTHI
From India, Madras
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Here, some of our members have written that their bosses are behaving like a friend. Reading this itself gives a good impression about them. To my knowledge, I can say that "the man (Boss) who recognizes the hard work of the employee or subordinates, meaning they have to give respect for the work done by an employee through performance appraisal at a good rate, promotion, salary hike, by giving some awards, or at least by giving a word of appreciation will do a lot from the boss." So, the boss will always play a dual role; first, he/she must understand that they are at least human beings, then they came to the position as a boss. So, they have to look back at the way they have come from step by step.
If I am wrong, please correct me.
Thanks,
JAYANTHI
From India, Madras
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Hi Michael and other friends,
I read an interesting article from McKinsey Quarterly regarding bad bosses (McKinsey calls them "jerks"), the topic we are discussing currently. Thought of sharing with you all. This article is authored by a professor at Stanford University, and he strongly argues that companies can take specific and interrelated steps to root out jerks and bullies and build a more "civilized workplace."
"Because companies that harbor jerks may also suffer from reduced levels of creativity and innovation, as well as impaired or dysfunctional cooperation within and outside the organization. That is no small matter in an increasingly networked world."
Thought this article might be interesting to you all, and I am posting this here as an attachment. Please read it and leave your comments.
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Sowmini.
From India, Madras
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29I read an interesting article from McKinsey Quarterly regarding bad bosses (McKinsey calls them "jerks"), the topic we are discussing currently. Thought of sharing with you all. This article is authored by a professor at Stanford University, and he strongly argues that companies can take specific and interrelated steps to root out jerks and bullies and build a more "civilized workplace."
"Because companies that harbor jerks may also suffer from reduced levels of creativity and innovation, as well as impaired or dysfunctional cooperation within and outside the organization. That is no small matter in an increasingly networked world."
Thought this article might be interesting to you all, and I am posting this here as an attachment. Please read it and leave your comments.
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Sowmini.
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Hi Seema,
It's not like bosses are only bosses but not a guide or mentor. Bosses help you learn things, sometimes by being your friend and sometimes by being a boss or by scolding you. But their main motive is to get the best out of you. You may feel bad about their bossy attitude sometimes, but in the long run, it always helps you.
Now let me tell you one incidence: one of my friends was not happy with his boss because his boss gives more importance to his colleague, even though the colleague is technically less sound and my friend is more competent. His colleague is given more opportunities than him. His boss told him, "I do not have confidence in you." My friend was depressed by his bossy attitude. He shared the situation with me. I asked him to tell me every incidence since he joined the organization. I found that from day one, he started complaining about work, talking about his rights. I noticed a behavioral problem in my friend. I told him it's not because of your lack of knowledge but because of your wrong attitude that is prompting your boss to be bossy with you. Sometimes bosses have to be bossy to set things on the right track. They need to learn how to be friendly in a formal way so that team members feel comfortable sharing their problems and views while still being ready to follow orders. Bosses should not become so friendly that team members take their instructions for granted.
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Durga
From India, Delhi
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It's not like bosses are only bosses but not a guide or mentor. Bosses help you learn things, sometimes by being your friend and sometimes by being a boss or by scolding you. But their main motive is to get the best out of you. You may feel bad about their bossy attitude sometimes, but in the long run, it always helps you.
Now let me tell you one incidence: one of my friends was not happy with his boss because his boss gives more importance to his colleague, even though the colleague is technically less sound and my friend is more competent. His colleague is given more opportunities than him. His boss told him, "I do not have confidence in you." My friend was depressed by his bossy attitude. He shared the situation with me. I asked him to tell me every incidence since he joined the organization. I found that from day one, he started complaining about work, talking about his rights. I noticed a behavioral problem in my friend. I told him it's not because of your lack of knowledge but because of your wrong attitude that is prompting your boss to be bossy with you. Sometimes bosses have to be bossy to set things on the right track. They need to learn how to be friendly in a formal way so that team members feel comfortable sharing their problems and views while still being ready to follow orders. Bosses should not become so friendly that team members take their instructions for granted.
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Durga
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This is my first post after ages, anyway, it's good to be back!! :)
I think the simple answer to this question is that this reflects the difference between a "Boss" and a "Leader"!! At times, Bosses are just that and at times, Bosses are Leaders as well. Bosses direct you and let you know what is expected of you whereas a Leader may guide you, help you, and mentor you to achieve what is expected!!
A Boss will say "Go" and a Leader will say "Let's go"!!
I have worked under so many bosses in one organization, and I was fortunate enough to gain so much from each one of them. Some were simple Bosses, but others were true leaders. Even these Leaders differ in many ways; some influence you through their Charismatic Characteristics, whereas others influence you through their ability and Authority where they coax you into achieving things which you thought were never possible.
However, I think it is upon us to get the best out of a Boss or a Leader.
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I think the simple answer to this question is that this reflects the difference between a "Boss" and a "Leader"!! At times, Bosses are just that and at times, Bosses are Leaders as well. Bosses direct you and let you know what is expected of you whereas a Leader may guide you, help you, and mentor you to achieve what is expected!!
A Boss will say "Go" and a Leader will say "Let's go"!!
I have worked under so many bosses in one organization, and I was fortunate enough to gain so much from each one of them. Some were simple Bosses, but others were true leaders. Even these Leaders differ in many ways; some influence you through their Charismatic Characteristics, whereas others influence you through their ability and Authority where they coax you into achieving things which you thought were never possible.
However, I think it is upon us to get the best out of a Boss or a Leader.
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Hi, Its depend on ourself how we take the Boss. Always he is Boss,see what type of work he need & what he did not like. Always do what he like. Anand
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Hello Michael George,
Gone is the concept of "BOSS"; today, we need mentors, guides, or leaders. Earlier, we believed in the concept of a boss, but with all the changes and flexibility in the environment, the need of the day made it fail. After realizing the need to modify the concept of a boss, we have seen the emergence of the "MENTOR" who inspires, guides, and works for employees' professional as well as personal development. So, the BOSS is still the BOSS for those in favor of this, but a company looking for growth and success should not accept these.
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Saurabh
From India, Coimbatore
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Gone is the concept of "BOSS"; today, we need mentors, guides, or leaders. Earlier, we believed in the concept of a boss, but with all the changes and flexibility in the environment, the need of the day made it fail. After realizing the need to modify the concept of a boss, we have seen the emergence of the "MENTOR" who inspires, guides, and works for employees' professional as well as personal development. So, the BOSS is still the BOSS for those in favor of this, but a company looking for growth and success should not accept these.
Regards,
Saurabh
From India, Coimbatore
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You will find all kinds of persons in the organization, but the man who works as a MENTOR, stays for the long term, and is accepted by the fellows; this is the real success of any leader (according to the theory of acceptance). Otherwise, it's a failure in the long run.
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It is similar to ask grass not to be green and rock not to be hard. A fabricating picture of the boss seems to be embossed as a not caring or self-centric person. I feel every action generated by the boss leads to a learning experience. In the long term learning experience, the action or behavior of the boss has something to teach us.
A goody-goody approach will lead us to nothing. Individuals learn more from mistakes, and that leads to the proper crafting of skills and competencies.
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Simmy Saini | Google.
From India, Mumbai
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A goody-goody approach will lead us to nothing. Individuals learn more from mistakes, and that leads to the proper crafting of skills and competencies.
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Simmy Saini | Google.
From India, Mumbai
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