How should I handle my unpleasant boss since we won't be working together much longer?

Question

I have worked with this jerk since I started in January and at first we had a good working relationship. He was nice to me and I told him things I shouldn't tell my boss, like the reason why I called in is because I didn't get the promotion I thought I deserved and I have an internet addiction. He is very pleasant while he writes me up! Now I have caught on that he's not my friend and I treat him like he's my boss and I am actively looking for a new job. He knows this and we talked about this. I can't expect a good reference from him but I can use the HR department as reference for hire date. I heard that there's going to be reorganization and I might be getting a new supervisor anyway before I quit but either way we won't be working together much longer.

I want to end this relationship on as professional and on as positive a note as possible. What should I do or say to accomplish this? What should I definately not say to the new supervisor?

Answer 1

Be absolutely pleasant and professional to your current boss. Don't, however, share anything remotely personal with him. That was a BIG mistake and I'm sure you've figured that out. Keep your mouth shut at work and don't give anyone any information that's personal or you'll wind up being lunch conversation. As far as your new job goes, take the lessons you learned at your old job and apply them. Again, keep it pleasant and professional. You can be friendly and have a good personality at work without telling everyone all your secrets!!

Answer 2

I'd pass to an extra health care professional if feasible and get them to put in writing a be aware. If you're having that a lot obstacle at paintings, then it is not valued at the chance. You recognise what's high-quality for you and your child and proper now a healthful child is the main purpose. Good good fortune and cling in there.

Answer 3

If you do ultimately leave this job do not burn bridges as you walk out the door. Leave in a professional manner regardless of what you would like to say or do - you never know what may come back to haunt you. Second learn from this experience and take some responsability of your own for what has happened.

Answer 4

Absolutely, take the high road. You were unprofessional, in your disclosures, and acknowledge that to him. Be forthright, and tell him that you are aware that you disclosed things you have, on second thought, wished you hadn't. Nonetheless, you understand that this placed him in an awkward position, and that you apologize for this. Ask him if it is possible for the two of you to reestablish your relationship, for the good of morale. If that doesn't work, then do what you can to bide your time politely and professionally. Go out of your way to be courteous, without overtly sucking up to him. good luck!

Answer 5

In the real world, in the world that you are a part of, being a good actor is necessary. You are a professional and regardless of your disgust for one another, the "jerk" is still your boss. He signs your paycheck. Act like you want that money.

Answer 6

If your company have another department, go tothat department consulting HR Manager and tell u want to learn from other departmental work also to know more about company. But take care of your new boss, study his mentality and proceed further.

Answer 7

You are right your boss is not your friend.
so piss in his coffee cup when he's not looking
that should settle any hard feeling you have

Answer 8

say nothin