Smart Money lists ten ways to make your boss love you as follows:
1. Put in the Hours -- When It Counts
2. Empathize
3. Defuse a Bad Situation
4. Be a Conduit
5. Ask for Help
6. Connect the Boss's Way
7. Show Initiative
8. Be Positive
9. Make Like Mini-Me
10. Get Your Face Time
This is a decent list IMO and if you really want to do all 10 steps, have at it. But my list is much shorter and will also ensure your boss will love you. Here it is:
1. Deliver results.
2. Have a good attitude.
Yep, it's that simple.
And for those of you who need a bit more information:
Pretty clear, huh?
We have a work review every 6 months. Every single one for me boils down to keep up the great work and great attitude. It really is that simple.
Posted by: Crystal | November 06, 2009 at 12:22 PM
Forget your boss, he's only 1 level above you. You will have his job pretty much by default once he leaves. Instead, worry about the guy above your boss.
Posted by: bob smith | November 06, 2009 at 02:35 PM
The FMF list is a much better approach. Not only can you get somewhere, you can also sleep at night because you did the right thing instead of playing games.
If your boss expects you to be a mini-me, you're boss might love you but you may also not have success in your career. If you boss is interested in political games he/she is definitely not looking out for your career.
Posted by: LeanLifeCoach | November 06, 2009 at 07:40 PM
Results. How true. It comes down to how you affect the bottom line. Thanks for the reminder.
Posted by: Ken | November 06, 2009 at 08:14 PM
Pretty clear indeed. Come in first, leave LAST for at least the first two years kids! Don't mess up your chance to make millions in your life b/c of laziness.
FS
Posted by: Financial Samurai | November 07, 2009 at 11:30 AM
When my boss is clearly stressed, I always ask, "is there something I can do to help you?" I'm not trying to climb the corporate ladder anymore, but I do want a happy and functioning work environment. My boss knows he can depend on me and that makes life better for both of us.
Posted by: Kim_Mango | November 07, 2009 at 02:16 PM
As a boss, I also like the following traits: pride in organization/work, conscientious, loyal.
Posted by: Finance Junkie | November 07, 2009 at 09:46 PM