6 ways to tell if your boss is a good one?


Oh, if only. The post is advice to women wondering whether they should keep the guy or throw him back, “Six tests to determine if he’s Mr. Right.” *

Wouldn’t it be great to be able to see the boss in those situations, too, so you know whether to take the job? Wouldn’t it be great to be able to see your principal or department head in these conditions, so you’d know more about what to expect?

We’re generally more careful about long-term romantic relationships than we are about jobs. That may be why marriages — even the bad ones — often last longer than jobs.

It may explain why some jobs last longer than marriages, too. I remember sitting down with people from Southwest Airlines’ People Department once, and hearing them describe Herb Kelleher’s vision of the company: Kids grow up, siblings move away, spouses come and go, but Southwest Airlines will be there for you always.

Even when you’re sick?

Something to think about.

* Yeah, I noticed it’s from a blog called “Suddenly Christian.” He talks about a two-week trip, in a car, cross-country, with a potential mate. The author has at least one foot on the ground.

2 Responses to 6 ways to tell if your boss is a good one?

  1. How about this list?
    1. Do they say “hello” in the morning (or better still , “hello Cardinal”). This must be really hard judging by the number of bosses who can’t manage it.
    2. Do they like Dilbert.
    3. Are they comfortable with the fact that you want their job.
    4. Are they happy to sign off expenses without looking too closely.
    5. Do they eat in the canteen or go for power lunches with other bosses.
    6. Do they drive a reasonable vehicle (ie not a Porsche).

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