The Toxic Boss Survival Guide Tactics For Navigating The Wilderness At Work

Built on research from CCL's Toxic Boss Project and written with a refreshing blend of humor as well as serious tips, the Toxic Boss Survival Guide is based on the experience of employees working in a wide variety of organizations. It identifies the six most common types of toxic bosses, describes the mindset you need to endure, and outlines an tactic-rich approach based on wilderness survival principles and the US Air Force's SERE School.

Chances are, you already know what it’s like to work for a toxic boss. You know they suck the air out of a room and the life out of their employees, and you don’t need a research report to tell you that working for one is a nightmare. If this sounds like your current reality, and you want help, this book is for you. The Toxic Boss Survival Guide can help you analyze your immediate situation, create a workable survival plan that fits your situation, and carry it out (including abandoning the situation, if that is what it takes to survive).

The sad fact is that the majority of people in the workforce have a less than perfect relationship with their supervisor and many of them consider themselves to be working for "a bad boss". But what can they do about it, short of leaving their job? "A Survival Guide for Working with Bad Bosses" gives readers all the guidance they so desperately need not just to survive, but thrive while reporting to someone incompetent, mean, unethical, or even worse.

Annotation This job survival guide offers real-life strategies for dealing with the officious boss. Employees are introduced to the FIRST approach, which advocates flying below the radar, ignoring, retraining, standing one's ground, and talking turkey. Practical tactics are provided for dealing with a wide range of unique and nasty bosses, including "Coveting Your Butt 101, "Making Molehills out of Mountains," and "The Straw Man Strategy." These tips will help any employee deal with a difficult boss, whether ignorant, foul, selfish, loud, obnoxious, abrasive, incompetent, impatient, rude, incoherent, embarrassing, smelly, mean-spirited, sexist, or disrespectful, or any combination thereof.

"Toxic Bosses: Navigating the Minefield of Workplace Leadership" is a comprehensive guide that delves into the complex dynamics of dealing with toxic leadership in the workplace. This book provides readers with valuable insights into recognizing different types of toxic bosses, understanding the signs and symptoms of toxic behavior, and the detrimental impact on individuals and organizations. Through real-life examples, case studies, and practical advice, readers will learn coping strategies for managing difficult bosses, setting boundaries, and fostering resilience in challenging work environments. Communication techniques for managing up, building a support network, and strategies for career growth and transition are also explored in detail. Moreover, the book addresses the broader issue of toxicity at the organizational level, emphasizing the role of HR, policies, and interventions in creating a healthier workplace culture. Ultimately, "Toxic Bosses" empowers readers to navigate toxic situations effectively, overcome challenges, and thrive professionally beyond toxic experiences.

A no-nonsense guide to hiring and managing employees. --

The bestselling guide to motivating and managing every employee—updated for the new world of business! As a supervisor in today’s highly competitive world, you must not only get more out of each employee— you must also prove your department’s strategic impact on the organization. This popular, highly practical guide helps you make your department shine. The Boss’s Survival Guide, Second Edition, has been updated to help you manage today’s hot-button issues, such as: Hiring and retaining the best talent Handling layoffs and terminations Using social networks such as LinkedIn and Facebook Managing time and dealing with stress Keeping up with the latest changes in employment law Maintaining your own marketability and managing your career Praise for the first edition of The Boss’s Survival Guide “WOW!!!” —Tom Peters, author of In Search of Excellence “This book has everything you’ll ever need to know about being an effective boss but don’t have time to learn.” —Ken Blanchard, Ph.D., coauthor of The One-Minute Manager, Raving Fans, and Gung Ho “At last, a definitive guide for bosses on the hiring, care, and feeding of employees.” —Richard N. Bolles, author of What Color Is Your Parachute?