The New York Times ran a short article back in 2008 which referenced the findings of The National Federation of Independent Business, a small business advocacy group. The NFIB asked the question, "Are you a good boss or bad boss?" The group suggested you ask yourself the following questions if you truly want an answer.
- Have you ever publicly criticized an employee?
- Do you take credit for your employees' work?
- Do your employees fear you?
- Do you expect employees to do what you tell them without question?
- Do you believe employees should know what to do without you telling them or providing guidelines?
- Are you a yeller?
- Do you demean employees as a form of punishment?
- Do you play favorites?
- Do you hate delegating?
- Do you check everyone's work?
According to the answer key, the more "yes" answers, the greater the likelihood that you are a bad boss.
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