It’s such a relief when you start a job and you immediately click with your new boss. But what if the opposite is true? What if you’re a few months into your new position and you realize that you and your boss just aren’t meshing well together? What should you do then?
You Don’t Like Your New Boss. What Should You Do?
Start by diagnosing the source of the problem.
June 01, 2022
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Summary.
Starting a new job always comes with a few unexpected challenges. One that is especially hard to navigate is a strained relationship with your new boss. What should you do if you realize you’re just not getting along? Start by diagnosing the problem. In this piece, the author lists a few reasons why there might be tension and offers advice for how to mitigate the relationship.
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