A boss who sees you as trustworthy will feel more willing to relax accountability rules. Survival Skills Above all, don't let a new boss immobilize you. Take steps to make your job doable in the new order. Instead of shutting up and hanging on, focus on having a positive attitude, finding solutions, and devising strategies to improve your work environment and relationships. There is often much to be gained from being seen as the level head and open mind in a sea of change.
Problem solvers are company assets.
True, if you can't find ways to make the relationship work, you may have to seek a transfer or a new job. But if you can be one of the problem solvers, the new boss may be your ticket to recognition, advancement, and respect. Jan Stiles is a writer and editor who got a new boss nine years ago by becoming her own. The right to download and store or output the articles from High Technology Careers is granted to users for their personal use only. All Rights Reserved.