Horrible Boss

I think its safe to say that I have the worst manager in the world. At first I was excited by having a female manager but that was before I noticed what a bitch she can be at time.

I was very happy to be reunited with my colleagues after 4 long months of maternity leave when I first met her - THE PROJECT MANAGER.  Everybody was complaining about her attitude and bossiness. She struck me as a nice person, with a strong presence and personality. She asked me about my baby and she told me about hers, but little did I know that I was speaking to the devil herself.... 

Maybe you know the type: A boss so rigid, cold and lacking in emotional intelligence that he scarcely seems human. Or a manager who micromanages and criticizes you and everyone else constantly. Bosses like that can make you want to quit –throw them over the balcony or murder them. But hey I can't do that, I have bills to pay and  I don't think Melo will like seeing mommy in orange overalls, they won't look so good on me. Sometimes i just sit there and calmly listen to her while she tunes me crap. Meanwhile in my head this is really what I'm what saying and thinking : "I can see your point but I still think you full of shit" - "I have already visualised duct tape over your mouth" - "I don't know what your problem is but I'll bet its hard to pronounce".....  I thought I wanted a career but it turns out I just want a salary.

Although there are lots of fantastic bosses in the world, there are some that make you want to crawl back under your duvet and hide from the world. However, don't despair! There are ways to tackle horrible bosses - even the very difficult ones. 

1. Train your brain to scan for the good. Say three things you’re grateful for twenty-one days in a row and you can literally re-wire your brain to be more positive. Bursts of positivity can help you to think more intelligently and creatively, and work more productively. When we’re happy, you will work faster and more efficiently. 

2. Brighten your environment. Everything around you—from the color of your walls to the mood of your coworkers—affects the way you think and feel. Surround your desk with pictures and objects that prime you for positivity—your mood and your brain will thank you.

3. CURSE.  LOL not out loud but in your head. This should help you let out some steam. Take a walk, get some fresh air. Call a lover or friend and just curse the bitch out. LOL (this is my number one form of distressing)

On a more serious note, micromanaging has nothing to do with the quality of your work – it’s about your boss. They have a serious problem with handing over control and allowing you to get on with your work. In which case, feed the micromanager with what they want, before they ask for it. Every Monday morning, talk to your boss and tell them what you have planned for the week and then give them 'progress' updates as you go along. Reassure them by demonstrating that you're in control and the work is being carried out. Prove yourself, so to speak. If that doesn't work - talk to your boss. Let them know that you feel they're monitoring your work too closely and you work more effectively with more breathing space. 

Even though a bully can be scary, don't cower and avoid confrontation - speak up! Stand up to them and you might find that they back down and listen to you... even respect you. Remain calm and ask them not to yell or interrupt. Simply ask them if they can explain the problem. By staying professional you might also calm the situation. If all else fails, stay out of their way, do a good job and always be on time.

If all else fails, watch the movie Horrible Bosses for some tips on how to deal with your boss hahahahahahahah