Can You Handle a Bad Boss?


In a perfect world, your boss would be just the right combination of friend, mentor and advocate. In the real world, however, some bosses are just plain lousy. Don't let a boss with poor management skills adversely affect your job. Take this quiz to find out if you know the best way to handle a bad boss so your career doesn't suffer.

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  1. Your boss is constantly taking credit for your work. She let everyone in the last big department meeting think that your new initiative was her doing. Afterwards, you:
    • Talked to her boss and casually mentioned that it was your idea in the first place
    • Decided that, in the future, any ideas you have, you'll present to others formally so that you get the credit you deserve
    • Made a beeline for your boss's office and let her know that you'd appreciate her mentioning your input next time

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