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Imagine if we still had kings
like they did in the old days. They would strut around with their big
robes and crowns, compelling us to bow down as they moved through the streets.
At the sign of any criticism, they'd simply single us out for decapitation.
Some of us unfortunately still live this way. Arrogant bosses, the "kings" (and "queens") of our days still rule some workplace kingdoms demanding workers pay homage to their greatness.
Arrogant bosses exhibit a sense of entitlement, an incessant string of comments about how great they are, an attitude that demeans others of lower rank or position, and a focus on their needs over the needs of others. If you're sharing a particular story with someone and they overhear it, they'll chime in with a similar story of their own. At their least annoying, they'll simply be in your way. At their worst, they'll inundate your day with deliberate arrogant pain.
Here are some quick strategies on how to deal with them:
Don’t:
- Openly confront them – they would enjoy beating you down
- Try to one-up them – this is their game and they know how to play it
- Attempt to compete with them – why bother? It’s a losing game
Do:
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Ignore them – they thrive on an audience and accolades – a silent or non-existent audience completely deflates them!
Of course the best way to deal with tyrants is to just not do it. In this tough economy that may not be an option, but your sanity may dictate you make the move. Whatever you do, don't become a clone of your boss. Without a formal mentor program and development, that is always a scary potential outcome!
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