Thank you very to much to all my Social Media Colleagues, Connections, Followers for replying to the question | What kind of boss would you like to work for?. Herewith below some of the responses I received
I like a strict boss, I feel a strict boss keeps you on your toes. Astrict boss to me is someone who ensures that the work gets done. Sometimes they use methods that might seem harsh but it’s the work hard now and relax later.
Khulekani Christian @KhulekaniMj
Someone who allows me to explore my #creativity in completing my daily tasks. One who understands that #productivity is met when employees feel comfortable in the workplace. A #leader who’s always seeking innovative ways of doing business. #JobAdviceSA
Taylor Bradley SHRM-CP @T2bradley
Little emphasis is placed on vetting a new boss when seeking a new role. Having a mismatch in expectations can be a major set back in your career! Find someone that sharpens your skills! It is a great gift to have a mentor that happens to be your boss. #JobAdviceSA @JobAdviceSA
Amanda seerane @Amandaseerane
A boss that is open-minded and who’s eager to open doors for his/her employees to be part of any learning opportunities
One that allows me: *freedom to work independently when necessary *has empathy and compassion *is transparent *encourages and promotes personal growth *is a leader *maintains professionalism *has a sense of humour *understands and knows diversity
I would like to work for a boss who actually cares about what they do. Who is interested in creating value and growth and importantly the brand of the entity should matter, such a boss potentially might not see employees as dispensable but valuable, quality matters to such a boss. I know if all of these things matter to my boss, I will be happy as to grow the company they have to further develop and take care of their employees. A well taken care of skilled employee is great ammunition to have in your arsenal. At least I would like to believe so.
The kind of boss that looks after their employees, the kind that puts effort and training in to each individual, the kind that creates a positive and effective culture in the work place.
A boss who would not have a problem in you persuing your studies.
I think a boss who genuinely takes care of his staff. The boss has to want his staff to achieve more, so they can learn more, so they can help the business succeed more.
Summary Points
- Strict Boss – work now relax later
- Creates a comfortable workplace for innovation and creativity
- Sharpens subordinates skills
- A Mentor
- Open Minded
- Eager to opening doors for learning
- One cares about what they do
- Creates Value and Growth
- Creates Positive and Effective Culture in the workplace
- Genuinely takes care of staff and desires for staff to achieve more
Ideally the perfect boss would be someone who has all the above attributes.
I love some points made here.