National Boss Day in October is a Time to Say Thanks - Maybe

15 Things that Make a Good Boss

National Boss Day is every October in America. As most American workers know, you can have a good boss and you can have a terrible boss. Many Americans wonder how their boss got promoted to a level of incompetence. This is known as The Peter Principle. It is truly amazing how many bosses you will have in your lifetime that actually are a textbook case of The Peter Principle. Many American workers experience the Mismatched Manager boss - one who micromanages when you don't need it, doesn't communicate when you do need it, is a Type A manager when you are a Type C employee, and doesn't like you just because you look different.

If you are really lucky in your life, you will actually work with that unique Best Boss person who not only shapes your work ethic, but shapes your whole life and career. The Best Boss becomes a friend for life; a person whom you stay in contact with even after you no longer work together; a person that you always talk about to others; a person that you want to be just like when you are a boss. These are the 15 things I observed about the Best Boss I ever had. Happy National Boss Day to all the bosses who strive to be the Best Boss.

Your best boss helps you learn new things and accomplish goals.

Your best boss recognizes your talents and provides growth opportunities beyond your job description.

Your best boss understands that family is above all else.

Your best boss adapts his/her management style for different employee needs.

Your best boss communicates organizational goals, objectives, and expectations.

Your best boss praises employees for exceptional work and accomplishments.

Your best boss does not take all the credit for the work done by the employees.

Your best boss recognizes and rewards strong work ethic.

Your best boss takes an interest and if possible, helps with any special needs or personal needs you have that are limiting your production.

Your best boss recognizes your weaknesses and provides for training and mentoring to help you improve and succeed.

Your best boss solicits communication and ideas for improvement from the bottom up.

Your best boss works as hard as you do.