Do’s and Don’ts When Dealing With a Bad Boss
There will never be an easy fix when it comes to working with a not-so-great manager, but here are some do’s and don’ts you might want to consider.
Posts Tagged: Supervisor
Do’s and Don’ts When Dealing With a Bad Boss
There will never be an easy fix when it comes to working with a not-so-great manager, but here are some do’s and don’ts you might want to consider.
3 Important Resources for Supervisors
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Congratulations – You’re a Supervisor! Now What?
A few years ago, I was promoted into my current position, where I supervise three other employees. Since the promotion, I’ve learned – OK, I’m still learning! – how to improve my supervisory skills. Here are three tips I offer to new supervisors.
From Bench Scientist to Desk Champion: Transitioning to a Managerial Mindset as You Leave the Lab for Good
There often comes a time in a scientist’s career when he or she must face a difficult reality: in order to continue to grow professionally, he or she must transition from a life at the bench to a life at the desk, from managing experiments to managing people.
Is Being a Supervisor Right for You?
If you have not yet considered whether or not you are supervisory material, reflect inward. Ask yourself why or why not. Challenge yourself to grow.
The Real Role and Function of a Supervisor
Here is a short list for consideration on the role and function of a supervisor.
7 Ways to Build a Boss
Since there’s the “Build a Bear” concept for kids, I figured why not create my own fictitious “Build a Boss?” I have had a fairly large number of supervisors during my federal government career (I’m counting at least 14 in 11 years). And while no one is perfect (not even Olivia Pope on “Scandal”… evenRead… Read more »
Lessons Learned as a Young Supervisor
I landed my first supervisory job at the age of 29 (considerably young, in HUD years). While the 3 years of experience definitely resulted in more gray hairs (and more frequent trips to the stylist for highlights), I learned a lot along the way. Confidence – I remember one of my very first meetings atRead… Read more »
Don’t Have Any Work To Do?
After reading a recent article from Government Executive, This May Be the Worst Abuse of Federal Telework Ever, I started reflecting on who is at fault when government agencies waste your tax dollars. The article talked about how several employees at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) were spending their telework days doingRead… Read more »