I think that in every organisation, there’s at least, one person at management level who likes to sound angry and yells about everything. People like this can be very difficult to deal with because they’re the boss, and anything you say or do to them can easily be misconstrued. I’ve had my own share of angry bosses in my lifetime, so trust me, I know just how difficult it can be to work with one. If you currently have one or more in your life, and you’re not sure how to continue working with them smoothly, I have a few things I think might be helpful.
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NEVER GET MAD TOO, NO MATTER WHAT
It’s easier said than done, I know, but trust me, I am saying this for your own good, and that of the organisation. No matter what your boss says to you, or how they blame you for even things you know nothing about, don’t let it get to you; all you should ever do is stay silent and possibly apologise for it. They’re your boss, remember. Getting mad will cause you to talk back at them, which may ultimately result in a disciplinary action being taken against you. Yes, the moment you start yelling back, nobody will even try to exonerate you from the blame, they’ll only be concerned with the fact that you talked back at your boss.
NEVER BLAME YOURSELF
Unless you’re really at blame, you have nothing to worry or feel sad about. The thing about angry bosses is they will always find a reason to blame someone for something— doesn’t even matter if they’re the ones at fault. So do not think, ‘oh my God, I messed up’, no! And even if you’re wrong, simply learn from your mistakes and move on. The more you think about how wrong you are and blame yourself for it, the more you’re distracted from your work, and you and your team may suffer for it.
APPROACH THEM WHEN THEY’RE CALM
People tend to say all sorts when they’re in a bad mood, your boss is no different. It could be that he has something bothering him, and that’s why he’s attacking people at work. It could also simply be a bad habit. So, it won’t do anyone any harm to go to him, and try to know if he’s okay. Talk to him, ask him if all is well, but that must only be after he is calm again. If you have any explanations to make, that is the best time too. Never approach him while he’s still angry, that will only worsen things. You’re a human being too, and if your boss has any sense of respect, he’ll hear you out.
Care and caution are the keywords when it comes to dealing with angry bosses. Always remember those.
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