Rules for Managing Your Boss
● Give immediate positive feedback for good things that the supervisor does; positive feedback is a wel- come change.
● Never let your supervisor be surprised; keep her or him informed.
● Always tell the truth. ● Find ways to compensate for weaknesses of your su-
pervisor. Fill in weak areas tactfully. Volunteer to do something the supervisor dislikes doing.
● Be your own publicist. Don’t brag, but keep your supervisor informed of what you achieve.
● Keep aware of your supervisor’s achievements and acknowledge them.
● If your supervisor asks you to do something, do it well and ahead of the deadline if possible. If appro- priate, add some of your own suggestions.
● Establish a positive relationship with the supervisor’s assistant.