What Do You Want in a Boss?

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Unfortunately, the characteristics of a good boss are hard to define, particularly since we each may value different qualities.

What are the most important qualities of an ideal boss? (choose up to three)

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  1. Colin

    wrote on November 2, 2009 at 1:42 pm

    Simply put: a good boss should make my job easier. Every bad boss I've had has made my job harder.

  2. wizkid

    wrote on November 3, 2009 at 3:58 am

    Spent an hour this afternoon RE-explaining my project to my PI for the third time. Guess I know what category that puts my boss in…

  3. kfly

    wrote on November 5, 2009 at 4:33 pm

    I like the ones listed here, but mentorship has been the quality that stood out in the best bosses I've ever had. The bosses that see their role as more than just a bean counter and manager are the ones who inspire their team and instill respect — the traits that beget success.

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