When the Boss Lies to You

Introduction I wonder if you recognize this situation. Your boss seems to have very different things to deal with at work than you, even whilst you sit in the same room! Yet, in talking to him, he denies these things ever happened. Or are you more familiar with this. One moment you are in complete … Read more

7 Tips on How to Outsmart your Boss

outsmart your boss

Introduction Bosses have a lot of tricks and there are a variety of bad bosses who use them. I have already dedicated articles to all kinds of negative treats, such as bossing, divide and conquer tactics, favoritism, nepotism, bullying and being passed over for promotion. In all these cases I have also indicated ways to … Read more

Why Good Employees get Fired

Introduction Why fire a good employee? Many people have asked themselves why it is that very often the good guys get fired. The reasons will ultimately lie in an imbalance in the relationship between you and your employer. Think about it. When each of you was hired, you were given: Conditions in which to do … Read more

How to Manage a Micromanager

manage the micro-manager

Introduction After months of applying, you’ve finally landed your dream job. To your horror, this dream quickly turns into a nightmare when it appears that your boss is a complete control freak.  To get ahead in your career, there is nothing more important than good support and guidance. Not only your colleagues are of fundamental … Read more

What is Scapegoating? – How to Deal with it in the Workplace

scapegoating at workplace

Introduction Tens of thousands of employees worldwide seek professional help for job stress, and many more attempt to cope through other means like alcohol, drugs, angry outbursts or emotional and social withdrawal. This will result in high workers turnover, absenteeism, substance abuse and stress claims that cost the companies/economy billions of dollars each year. Still … Read more

How to Deal with a Bullying Boss

bullying boss

Introduction Believe it or not, one in six workers is a victim of ‘bossing’, being bullied by the coward boss, according to research in various areas. Even more remarkably, it is chiefly productive employees that are the subject of bullying. I am trying to find out why this is and will come back to this … Read more

How to Deal with a Difficult Boss?

Introduction We have all seen it, many have experienced it. Unfortunately there are some bosses out there whose behavior can be questioned from time to time. Right here I am giving you five points that need attention. Did your boss once again not keep his word? Are you insulted by him? Passed over for promotion?  … Read more

Passed over for Promotion Unfairly?

passed over for promotion

Introduction Many of us complete our school education, subsequently starting our working careers in the first available company they can find. They have their dreams on working hard, doing overtime, showing how good they are and by doing so fully expecting to be promoted from time to time. In the meantime they will marry, have … Read more