Do you work for a Tyrant boss?
Rate your boss across the following statements using the scale below and keep score as you go:
(5) Always
(4) Often
(3) Time-to-Time
(2) Seldom
(1) Never
1.__ Compliments you on a job well done
2.__ Collaborates with you on work tasks and projects
3.__ Offers balanced feedback (positive and constructive)
4.__ Is interested in your development
5.__ Communicates clearly what is expected of you
6.__ Provides adequate work/life balance
7.__ Is generally concerned for your well being
8.__ Models leadership qualities
9.__ Listens effectively
10.__ Communicates in the moment; free of distractions
11.__ Speaks to you; not at you or down to you
12.__ Provides motivation
13.__ Is open to criticism and personal feedback
14.__ Is open to others ideas
15.__ Makes work fun as well as challenging
Add up your scores and find out how your boss did using the scale below:
75-68: Great boss! (Congratulations)
68-60: Solid manager with a few quirks from time-to-time; no major issues
60-53: Warning! Possible Tyrant in training
53-below: TYRANT!