I have a boss who displays all the tendencies of a McGregor theory (hard)X type personality. Extremely autocratic, egocentric, aggressive, insincere and extrovert. Decisions made are snap decisions and not thought through, though she will never reconsider. This is causing morale among the workforce to plummet and now there is no goodwill whatsoever. I have advised this person about her actions for close on two years, but am at the point of giving up.
She balames everyone else for her mistakes and she will not accept, nor even stop to consider that it may be her causing all the tension.
It is as if she has constructed a bubble around herself and won't let anything inside. If I get too close to promoting introspection, she changes the subject quickly. I figure she has a serious self image problem, but whatever, this must stop, it is destroying the company.
2006-07-26 06:43:21 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
She was a political appointee by the chairman of the board, I have heard that during her interview she blew it, and other candidates passed with flying colours, yet the chairman insisted she get the job as they were "friends".
Thanks for replying all
God bless
2006-07-26 06:59:16 · update #1
If after two years she is still failing to accept any responsibility for anything that goes on in her workplace then it is time for her to go. Get your colleagues to write down all their greivances. Note any instances where her stubbornness and behaviour have directly affected the company's productivity and more importantly, staff morale. Gather this evidence then either A: present it to her or B: present it to anyone that is higher up the chain of command that you feel you can trust. Regardless of the option you pick, be sure to have as many people noting these events as you can.
2006-07-26 06:52:52 · answer #1 · answered by darth_timon 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are in a difficult position. If this person were a freind or relative, I'd say sit them down for a calm yet frank discussion on the issues. But since she's you boss, and you apparently need your job or else this wouldn't bother you so much, I'm not so sure. She sounds like the kind of person who may fire or replace you if they don't like you. Maybe, the best thing to do would be to find a new job if at all possibe, or at least a new position where you two are not in regular contact. Some may call it snitching, but go over her head if you can and feel you have to. And if you hit the lottery, tell her off. lol
2006-07-26 14:52:14 · answer #2 · answered by Subconsciousless 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it sound like you have addressed this person face to face, many times without resolution. Now is the time to use Chain of Command at your work place. She must have someone she reports to or Human Resources. Notify them of your circumstances take down notes or keep a journal. When you have things documented it is more believable. If others feel the same way, then ask for support from other co-workers to join forces to make a formal complaint. Lastly, remember it is probably her with the problems if many people feel this way, don't let it get you down. Sometimes people enjoy seeing other people unhappy or frustrated, try to ignore her. Good Luck!!!!
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2006-07-26 13:58:27 · answer #3 · answered by jme 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Report her to the higher authorities, whoever they may be. She definitely has some serious issues, and she is the type that mix her personal affairs with business. That is very unprofessional, she needs to be reported. She probably has a man that is the same way so she comes to work and take it out on you guys. Or she just probably has had a messed up life, no parents, foster child life never gave her a break until she got this job. She needs some mental therapy. Good luck, lucky she doesn't have me for an employee, muuhahahaha!
2006-07-26 13:53:21 · answer #4 · answered by nina_ross692000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are people who will make decisions no matter what, because they can. The blame must go on her boss, for not seeing what is going on. Maybe you could approach the person she has to answer to. If you don't feel you can maybe appoint the best person. Maybe the whole department should look elsewhere for a job. or transfer to another department. If the company don't wonder why the large exodus, then shame on them.
2006-07-26 13:53:39 · answer #5 · answered by Thia 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always think I am right too, however I am open minded unlike your boss. Try to give her specifics, things she can work on without having to admit defeat. For example, it makes the office uncomfortable when you are .... like this.... or it is unfair when you place the blame on Rob when you made this decision (reference the emails). I have a CYA (cover your ***) file at work that proves all of my duties were done, and done correctly to the bosses orders.
2006-07-26 13:51:03 · answer #6 · answered by praehunter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have tried every other option open to you, i.e. :-
You have tried talking to her on a one-to-one:
Reasoning with her:
Pointing out critical errors, etc:
And more importantly, moral, productivity, and goodwill: work, & the business in general etc are suffering because of this individual: You have no other real option than to band together with your colleagues: and go above her head!! You need to speak to her superior or higher: and voice your concerns to them!!
If enough of you come forward, and can 'PROVE' the statements, comments etc you make with regards to this person: & 'PROVE' the business on a whole is suffering because of her: then senior management or directors (even if acquainted or friends): must take note!!
No one in his or her right mind, wants to see his or her business suffer: especially due to one person!!
No business is bigger than one person!!
2006-07-26 19:46:38 · answer #7 · answered by englands.glory 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the chairman of the board and tell him to start screwing her again as this is obviously how she got the job. it won't make her a good boss but will make her happier.
2006-07-26 19:16:51 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have tried, and others have, and all possible routes of official complaining and/or warning have been exhausted, then I'm afraid she is on her own path and you will just have to sit back and let it happen.
Sometimes the end of one thing is the start of something better.
2006-07-26 14:51:29 · answer #9 · answered by R.I.P. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you seem to have done your best to try to get her to see the error of her ways... don't the directors know whats going on?... all you can do now is encourage everyone connected with her to cover their backs so they dont get the blame for her mistakes
2006-07-27 10:21:48 · answer #10 · answered by charlie123 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋