How to Know if Your Boss is a Micromanager (or if you just need help)
Is it micromanagement or the support you need? One of the biggest requests for help we receive is, “How do I deal with my micromanager boss?” In fact, that phrase consistently ranks in the top “Asking for a Friend” questions in our Leadership...
Performance Review: How to respond to frustrating or lazy performance feedback
Speak Up to Get Better Feedback in Your Next Performance Review A few years ago, I wrote “Avoid These Infuriating Phrases in End-of-Year Feedback” to encourage managers to stop making stupid comments when giving a performance review. This heartfelt post...
How Do I Deal with a Manipulative Boss?
“What do I do if my boss is a “gamer” manager–the kind of manipulative boss you talk about in your book Winning Well? This dude is not really focused on results or relationships. I feel like a pawn. What should I do? #AskingforaFriend”...
