By Michael Reiss
Don’tbite the hand that feeds you. Or rather, the hand that signs your paychecks. Oneof the most important lessons in your career will be how you handle workingunder a supervisor and reporting to a lead. However you characterize yourrelationship to the boss, there are varying degrees of professionalism that youshould always maintain (and as a manager, I should know). Whether you like yoursupervisor, respectfully work together or hold them in total disdain, it is importantto keep the lines of communication open and have frequent face-to- facemeetings. Keep these five simple reminders in the forefront as you pursuea career at any level to ensure professional success.
Don’t be full of surprises. Make sure your boss is kept up to date on your currentwork to limit future disagreements and confusion. Honesty and clarity is thebest policy.Keep track of your all your accomplishments, big orsmall. If you ever seek a promotion or raise, it is vital for theboss to be aware of your recent accomplishments without having to send areminder.If you need work covered, cover your bases. If you need to be out of the office for any reason dueto sickness or handling a family emergency, your boss needs to be kept up todate on your work so she can cover it without losing steam.Keep your friends close and your enemies closer. Let’s hope this uncomfortable situation doesn’t happento you. But unfortunately, many people let their egos get the best of them andsome workers justify that a climb to the top warrants squashing those they feelare threats to their ascent. If you are not getting along with your boss orcolleagues and suspect their intentions when it comes to compromising yourposition, maintain close contact. It may seem counter-intuitive, but this willhelp monitor the situation to limit any potential damage to your reputation.Spend a little bit of quality time.The more time you spend with your boss (during work) themore time you have to build your unique relationship and get a handle on theirpersonality. Develop rapport and a deeper understanding that allows your workto get approved and completed that much sooner.These tips will help to snagstellar recommendations, leave you without burned bridges and a sense ofethical boundaries that keep you in high regard.
Michael Reiss is the president and founding partner of Landover Associates. Landover Associates is a technology recruiting firm that runs on non-commissioned recruiters and no voicemail. For over twenty years, our staff has worked closely with Fortune 100 company reps and tech start-ups in the NYC area while also placing programmers around the world. If you've ever wanted a professional to represent your job search, find us at www.landover.com
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Don’tbite the hand that feeds you. Or rather, the hand that signs your paychecks. Oneof the most important lessons in your career will be how you handle workingunder a supervisor and reporting to a lead. However you characterize yourrelationship to the boss, there are varying degrees of professionalism that youshould always maintain (and as a manager, I should know). Whether you like yoursupervisor, respectfully work together or hold them in total disdain, it is importantto keep the lines of communication open and have frequent face-to- facemeetings. Keep these five simple reminders in the forefront as you pursuea career at any level to ensure professional success.
Don’t be full of surprises. Make sure your boss is kept up to date on your currentwork to limit future disagreements and confusion. Honesty and clarity is thebest policy.Keep track of your all your accomplishments, big orsmall. If you ever seek a promotion or raise, it is vital for theboss to be aware of your recent accomplishments without having to send areminder.If you need work covered, cover your bases. If you need to be out of the office for any reason dueto sickness or handling a family emergency, your boss needs to be kept up todate on your work so she can cover it without losing steam.Keep your friends close and your enemies closer. Let’s hope this uncomfortable situation doesn’t happento you. But unfortunately, many people let their egos get the best of them andsome workers justify that a climb to the top warrants squashing those they feelare threats to their ascent. If you are not getting along with your boss orcolleagues and suspect their intentions when it comes to compromising yourposition, maintain close contact. It may seem counter-intuitive, but this willhelp monitor the situation to limit any potential damage to your reputation.Spend a little bit of quality time.The more time you spend with your boss (during work) themore time you have to build your unique relationship and get a handle on theirpersonality. Develop rapport and a deeper understanding that allows your workto get approved and completed that much sooner.These tips will help to snagstellar recommendations, leave you without burned bridges and a sense ofethical boundaries that keep you in high regard.
Michael Reiss is the president and founding partner of Landover Associates. Landover Associates is a technology recruiting firm that runs on non-commissioned recruiters and no voicemail. For over twenty years, our staff has worked closely with Fortune 100 company reps and tech start-ups in the NYC area while also placing programmers around the world. If you've ever wanted a professional to represent your job search, find us at www.landover.com
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