How to handle a difficult manager at work are vital skills to learn as we will all have a difficult boss at some point in our careers.

 I take you through 7 ways to handing a difficult manager at work. Firstly, working with a difficult boss is not like the same as working with a toxic manager. A difficult boss still has our interests at heart - they are just not easy to deal with for any number of reasons. 

 When thinking about bout to deal with a difficult manager at work start by being super professional. Do the best job that you can. Don’t talk negatively about your difficult boss. Try to keep your negative emotions in check. 

 Next, to handle a difficult boss at work, be proactive and take charge of managing the relationship. Keep your mindset positive and flex your style to best suit your manager’s approach. 

 Find out what your Boss’ preferences are and play to these preferences. When dealing with a difficult manager, make your life easier by fitting in with that they like, in terms of communication, working practices etc.

 Another great step to take when planning how to deal with difficult managers at work is to help them to success. What can you do that will help your manager reach their goals outside of your basic job. Every manager appreciates team members that support them and help make them successful. 

 Another option to handle a difficult boss at work is to speak up about concerns in a professional and calm way. Offer solutions that should work for them and make your situation better.

 When dealing with a difficult manager, don’t allow yourself to be intimidated. I know this is not easy for many. Make sure you get enough support, interaction and attention from your manager – don’t shy away because this is difficult. I include more tips of how to do this in the video.

 And finally, when dealing with any manager and particularly a difficult one, always be a problem solver. All manager love problem solvers in their team as it takes away some of the burden on their shoulders. 

 Watch the video for more tips on how to do each of these. Good luck in turning your difficult manager into a strong supporter!