Have you ever been in a situation where you had a job you loved, until your current boss came into the picture? Everyone has experienced that at one time or another, regardless of their career choice. However, one hard, cold fact to realize is that regardless of your personal feelings; he or she is still your boss. They hold the keys to your livelihood, sustenance, and covering. Therefore, their position is powerful. Personal feelings can be future predictors of your own behavior. Think about it, if you dislike someone, they will know it and react in kind. Working for someone who has decided they do not like you will be a bad experience. What can you do if you are working for someone you do not like?
1) Personal feelings should be kept out of the workplace. The art of professionalism encompasses many attributes and it means more than just looking the part. The attitude you display at work should always be positive. Your focus should always be about your job and how you can improve . You demeanor should always be helpful, ready to share, and be a team player. Of course, your boss may do something you dislike or hurts your feelings. Immediately, put those feelings aside while working. Do not take it personal and move on.
2) Identify the real reason why you do not like your boss. Most of the time, we do not like someone because of gossip. It is not wise to build a character judgement of someone based on hearsay. The fact is that perception is reality. Adjust your perception of someone by observing their positive qualities. Remember, he or she is your boss for a reason. You may be able to learn something new and help yourself in the long run.
3) Get to know your boss. Everyone has their likes and dislikes. Find out what your boss likes and do it a lot. If he or she is a stickler for being on time for meetings, make sure you are the first one there. If they value neatness, then your personal work area should be neat as a pin. You get the picture. Now, for things your boss hates, avoid it all costs. Every workplace has a company has someone they refer to as a butt kisser. This is the person every boss loves. In this situation, becoming friends with this person or just copying what they do will definitely pay off.
4) Realize no one is perfect, not even you. Your boss may have made choices that affected you in a negative way. If it did not result in losing your job, then be happy. This economy is very difficult and the last thing you want to experience is unemployment. Just because someone makes a mistake, does not mean he or she is not qualified to supervise your job tasks. If mistakes defined who should work, we would all be standing in the soup line. Learn to like your boss and let them be your mentor. You never know he or she may be the one to lead you to greatness.