How to Please a Boss
Garnering recognition and approval from a boss at work can sometimes be an enigmatic and difficult endeavor. Bosses may be prone to fickleness and idiosyncrasies that seem difficult to ascertain and grapple with. But with some attention and concern a subordinate can please a boss in a variety of ways. Try to identify your boss's likes and dislikes and then adjust your actions according to his preferences.
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Arrive to work on time. Few, if any, bosses like employees who report to work late. Arriving late can be detrimental in a number of ways such as slowing production and hindering meetings. Furthermore, tardiness can put your boss in a tough position if he doesn't discipline you. It can make your boss look partial and biased to your co-workers.
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Perform beyond your boss's expectations. This strategy may require more work but the potential for a promotion or pay increase can surge. Arriving early and leaving late are conspicuous ways to show your concern for your responsibilities. Another way to exceed your boss's expectations is to put forth new and innovative ideas that improve the company. Even small ideas that improve efficiency can please your boss.
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Interact positively with your co-workers. Immature squabbles and office drama irk bosses. Positive and friendly relationships with coworkers will improve performance and overall happiness at work and please your supervisor.
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Defend your boss and his ideas even if you disagree with him. Loyalty can garner favor with your boss because it assures him he will have some support for even unpopular ideas. It is likely your boss has to report to a superior as well and his ideas or stipulations may have larger motivations than even you realize. You can please him by professionally adhering to his rules and following his direction.
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