how to deal with boss??

Question

I am training as a Solicitor and whenever I do work for a client my boss takes credit for it and constantly undermines me, as in I will work on a file for a month and deal with the client and all queries and then at the very end he will ring the client and claim all credit by saying oh I got (me) to do that for you. Also whenever I have a question (i am training) rather than letting me know what he thinks he just picks up the phone and sorts it, it is often very simple things that I could deal with but just need a bit of direction and he just overtakes completely.

What should my attitude be? that he is my boss and that my only concern is to impress him or should I have the attitude that when I do work he shouldn't just take over and take all the credit?

Answer 1

He's probably one of those bosses who likes to think of himself as irreplaceable and will stifle you to ensure his superiority. Either that or he's poor at delegating.

Answer 2

It sounds like he's giving you credit for doing the work, and he's taking credit for being your manager. That's annoying and childish, but not unfair.

It also sounds like he is impatient and would rather handle little problems himself than take the extra time to train you. That's pretty common among inexperienced or inept managers. One way you can solve that problem is by asking him for a debriefing on what he did to fix it. Take notes and learn from him, even if he's unwilling to teach you. That way, the next time a problem like that comes up, it won't come across his radar.

You're also in training, and your relationship with your boss is new and taking shape. It's too early to get frustrated with his management style. You should be looking for ways to compliment his style with your work style.

Your only concern is not to impress him. That shouldn't be a concern at all. Doing an amazing job, ensuring that your work product is beyond reproach and being committed to the team as well as your own career should be your top priorities. If you can do that, you'll impress everyone.

Finally, ask yourself if getting credit for this work is really important. If it's just little tasks, let it go for now. If it keeps happening, bring up the subject gently and don't act offended. He might not know he's doing it. Don't talk about your "feelings" or anything that smacks of an emotional reaction. Just be friendly, respectful and clear.

Good luck.

Answer 3

Why don't you ask for a review of your performance? If he's anything like a good manager he will ask you to self-evaluate which gives you the chance to say how you think you have done. This puts you in the position where he can either tell you he agrees that you are doing well (in which case you can ask for more freedom to deal with problems BACKED UP by his guidance - not taken over by it!), or he could say that he thinks you aren't doing so well, in which case you can say that you would welcome suggestions on how to develop and would value the challenge and opportunity to grow into an effective employee.

If he's a sh*t manager he won't agree to a review and at least you know that you should just keep your head down, do your training and then go and work for a company that actually cares!

I know it sounds a bit like sucking up but, at the end of the day, your attitude should be that you want to do a good job and be rewarded for it (both financially and by recognition).

Answer 4

You didn't state whether or not he actually runs the company, or is just your immeadiate supervisor. If he is your immediate supervisor, he is taking credit because he is worried that you could take his job pretty easily. He is not going to admit that to you or anyone else. So instead of saying "she" did this, he is acting as though he dictated what you needed to do. In his mind this makes him more important than you are.

If there is another boss over him, he is probably never going to let that gaurd down, because he is afraid that someone over him will take notice, and then you could replace him very easily.

IF he is the BIG boss and runs everything. WELL then you have no choice but to deal with this for the life of the company. HE probably really believes that he is the best at everything, and even the fact that you tie your shoes is thanks to him because he pays you to have shoes. He will think of you as owing him the credit for EVERYTHING you do if he takes credit like that.

Your best bet, either move to another department if possible, or start searching for another company to show your talents.

GOOD LUCK

Answer 5

To be honest, I would have thought that you are in an advantageous position. He obviously knows that you can do the work and do it well, in which case he has you to do all of what he is possibly "meant" to do.

In all honesty, I think you should go and search for a better company/law firm to train at?

You have to remember that you will have to work with this boss of yours for another few years, can you really stand it to be undermined that long and not be recognised for your ability?

Go have a look around the jobsites, you'd be surprised how many trainee solicitor vacancies there are.

Good luck. :)

Answer 6

He is your boss and you are there to learn from him im afraid and as far as him taking your credit he employed you to do well for his company you are a member of his staff, why shouldnt he take credit for the work a member of HIS staff has done, the only thing I can see that he has done wrong is not thanked you for your help.
Your time will come when you are the boss good luck and wind your neck in lol just kidding

Answer 7

He sounds like one of those people that can't explain things so they'd rather do them themselves.. I wouldn't worry about that. And as far as the claiming credit, I think you're just being sensitive. No harm meant. But try not to take it so personal when he does stuff like that. You'll feel better at the end of the day. :)

Answer 8

Welcome to the real world. He is the boss. Ultimately he is responsible for what you do. I have the same type of boss. But, as you work with the client for that month they know that it is YOU doing the work. What you should try doing is instead of going to him for guidance on simple things, use your gut and make the call yourself. Trust yourself.Impress yourself.

Answer 9

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Answer 10

Don't worry babe people like that end up in little dark rooms by themselves