Think like the boss

Author: (USA) Tom Markert (Tom Markert), translated by Chen Jialing
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Publish Date: 2006-12-22
Features: To succeed in the workplace, you must possess various skills and work diligently; you had better keep your eyes open, recognize reality, and cultivate the right attitude. This way, you can work smarter and achieve success more quickly. The author has worked in large enterprises for many years, rising from the grassroots to a senior executive position in a global company. His insights are highly practical and sensible:
- You can't outsmart your boss. You can argue your case, but you must accept your boss's final decision.
- Be polite to your boss's spouse or partner and treat them as senior executives in the company, as they may hold significant power over your career.
- Treat this job as your own, not something you're renting. This way, you won't complain or vent your grievances to others.
- Resign the right way. Treat resignation as a major project, using professional methods and attitudes for a proper exit.
- Salary requests should be realistic. There are plenty of smart people out there, and employers want smart and practical individuals.
- Don't make excuses for failure. Covering up a bad situation won't earn you extra points—don't waste your energy on it. Instead, be honest so your boss can take corrective action.
- Hiring should be slow and deliberate; firing should be swift and accurate. To find the best talent, be willing to spend time searching.
This book is divided into six chapters, focusing on several key topics related to career advancement:
1. Basic work principles.
2. Getting along harmoniously with your boss.
3. Developing both internally and externally to break through your limits.
4. Being a smart workplace professional.
5. Handling interpersonal relationships like your boss.
6. Promotion is just around the corner.
Whether you're a workplace rookie or a seasoned veteran, the strategies in this book can guide you faster toward your desired position. Even if you don't care about promotion, these methods will help you become a smart and happy professional.
To succeed in the workplace, you must possess various skills and work diligently; you had better keep your eyes open, recognize reality, and cultivate the right attitude. This way, you can work smarter and achieve success more quickly. The author has worked in large enterprises for many years, rising from the grassroots to a senior executive position in a global company. His insights are highly practical and sensible:
- You can't outsmart your boss. You can argue your case, but you must accept your boss's final decision.
- Be polite to your boss's spouse or partner and treat them as senior executives in the company, as they may hold significant power over your career.
- Treat this job as your own, not something you're renting. This way, you won't complain or vent your grievances to others.
- Resign the right way. Treat resignation as a major project, using professional methods and attitudes for a proper exit.
- Salary requests should be realistic. There are plenty of smart people out there, and employers want smart and practical individuals.
- Don't make excuses for failure. Covering up a bad situation won't earn you extra points—don't waste your energy on it. Instead, be honest so your boss can take corrective action.
- Hiring should be slow and deliberate; firing should be swift and accurate. To find the best talent, be willing to spend time searching.
This book is divided into six chapters, focusing on several key topics related to career advancement:
1. Basic work principles.
2. Getting along harmoniously with your boss.
3. Developing both internally and externally to break through your limits.
4. Being a smart workplace professional.
5. Handling interpersonal relationships like your boss.
6. Promotion is just around the corner.
Whether you're a workplace rookie or a seasoned veteran, the strategies in this book can guide you faster toward your desired position. Even if you don't care about promotion, these methods will help you become a smart and happy professional.