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What do I do if I know more than my boss?
Here are some ideas to help you deal with being smarter than your boss:
- Never ever badmouth or gossip about your boss.
- Be as useful as possible.
- Be positive, not resentful.
- Work with them, not against them.
- Never disagree publicly.
- Don’t take it personally.
- Be respectful in communication.
What do you do when your boss doesn’t know anything?
6 Steps for Dealing With a Boss Who Doesn’t Understand What You Do
- Be Sure. To start with, don’t assume.
- Ask for Help the Right Way.
- Understand How Your Work Contributes to Company Goals.
- And Then Be Your Own Cheerleader.
- Ask Your Colleagues to Pass on Their Praise.
- Be Realistic.
How do you get your boss to recognize you?
How to Get Noticed by Your Boss’s Boss
- Demonstrate your commitment to your growth and to the company.
- Focus on the team’s success, rather than your own.
- Know your numbers and take ownership of your work.
- Do what you say you will and do it well.
- Continually train yourself to think strategically.
How do you deal with a micromanager?
How to respond to a micromanager
- Work to build trust. Before you speak to your manager about their micromanaging behavior, take time to analyze your work ethic.
- Think—and act—ahead.
- Try to understand their behavior.
- Request a change.
- Promote feedback.
- Understand expectations.
- Suggest an accountability system.
- Think big.
How do you deal with people who are less intelligent than you?
It can be frustrating to have to deal with people who are less intelligent than you. You may feel that you are constantly having to answer questions or carry their weight. Unfortunately, there’s nothing you can do to change their intelligence. You can, however, change the way that you interact with them and perceive them.
Do you feel like your supervisor is less qualified than you?
“Chances are that you’re not the only one who feels that your supervisor is less qualified than you.” Work with them, not against them. You still have a job to do and if your focus is on why someone not as qualified as you is your boss instead of the other way around, you’ll drive yourself crazy, Teach says.
How do you deal with people who think you’re stupid?
If you want to communicate effectively with people, never tell them you think they are stupid (or insult them in any other way). If you get frustrated with someone who just doesn’t seem to understand something, try asking them what you can do to help them understand, instead of insulting them for their lack of abilities.
How can I get along better with other people?
No matter what you think of other people, you should always treat them as you would want to be treated. Being kind and respectful, regardless of how you feel about someone, will make it much easier to get along. If you’re having trouble being empathetic, take a moment to try to see the world through the other person’s eyes.