Tangling with Tyrants: Managing the Balance of Power at Work

nonfiction — Business

ISBN: 978-0984552771

Anyone who reports to a bad boss -- or knows someone who does -- understands the frustration and stress associated with the relationship. Not having the option to quit and hoping something changes creates a potentially paralyzing work environment.  …  MORE » Anyone who reports to a bad boss -- or knows someone who does -- understands the frustration and stress associated with the relationship. Not having the option to quit and hoping something changes creates a potentially paralyzing work environment.

Tangling with Tyrants provides field-tested, practical solutions drawn from actual scenarios in a variety of corporate settings. The guidance and techniques provide insightful information for employees, managers, and human resources professionals.     CLOSE »

IndieReader Selects™ Review

Do you dread going to work because of a difficult and demanding boss? Most of us have felt the stress and frustration caused by reporting to a dysfunctional boss. Quitting is not always an option and feeling like a victim of a bad boss only robs you of productivity, job satisfaction, and-ultimately-power. Career strategist Tony Deblauwe has spent years coaching weary employees how to manage a difficult boss, and he has compiled his experiences into this indispensable guide. Tangling with Tyrants®: Managing the Balance of Power at Work offers practical techniques that show you how to build a communication process that will turn things around to help you build successful outcomes. You'll get guidance on: · Addressing direct and indirect bad boss behaviors · Developing the right approach with your boss · Achieving mutually beneficial outcomes By applying the techniques in this book, you will be equipped with the right tools to handle your boss and create the results you want.