Boss Better Now with Joe Mull

Ever wonder why you get self-reviews back from employees with marks higher than you’d give them? There’s a scientific reason why everyone thinks they’re above average. Plus, as a leader, how do you address reports or complaints about things you didn’t witness? We’re diving in now, on Boss Better Now.

There’s something your team should do twice a year, no matter what, that produces benefits all year long. Plus, I share a personal story that reminds us why it’s so important for bosses to earn trust and build relationships. That’s what’s happening now, on Boss Better Now.

If you want to accomplish something in the year ahead, I’ll tell you why goal setting ISN’T the way to get there. Plus, how to respond to staff complaints about pay, benefits, and what they could get elsewhere. Let’s get after it now, on Boss Better Now.

Are you doing right by the new dad’s on your team? Why it might take bosses to tear down an inaccurate antiquated belief that still lingers in the workplace. Plus, how do bosses lead through a mental health crisis that has always existed but is now manifesting itself in a huge way across the country? There’s a lot ahead now, on Boss Better Now.

It’s time to stop all the ways that bosses make annual reviews awful for employees. Plus, an early-career manager asks for help with a former peer who is now a game-playing direct report. We’re diving in now on Boss Better Now.

A listener writes in and asks “What do I do when the flexibility I’ve granted my team gets misused and becomes unsustainable?” Plus, I’ll share a BossScript you can use to signal your caring and intent even while delivering feedback that’s tough to hear. Let’s get started now on Boss Better Now.

Some bosses get stuck in the middle, where layers upon layers of management end up limiting their authority and effectiveness. Plus, the powerful language you can use to reassure people when they’re scared, overwhelmed, or in need of support. It’s all ahead now, on Boss Better Now.

Have you heard of “The Great Resignation?” I’ll tell you why it’s happening, and the astounding opportunity it’s creating for companies who are paying attention. Plus, we’re talking scary movies and why I’ve had enough of Bad Burnout Advice. Get ready right now, for Boss Better Now.

The holidays are coming, so today we’re assembling a list of the best books for bosses, so you can get to shopping and help others boss better. Plus, a story about recognizing privilege and becoming a better ally. It’s all ahead now, on Boss Better Now.

There is sound psychology behind why people react to corrective feedback defensively. We’ll get into why that’s normal and some strategies to roll away from resistance during those conversations. Plus, when co-dependent colleagues create drama at work. We’re starting right now, on Boss Better Now.