This episode features a conversation with Eric Charran, author of “Have You Ever Had a Boss That...,” discussing workplace dysfunction and strategies for thriving in challenging environments. The discussion centers around identifying common causes of dysfunction, understanding different manager archetypes, and turning negative experiences into opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Eric and I begin by exploring the root causes of workplace dysfunction, which often stem from a lack of leadership training and the inheritance of outdated management styles. Leaders may adopt unhelpful behaviors due to a lack of proper training or by mimicking ineffective approaches they’ve observed in the past. The key is to understand that leaders have different toolboxes, and they may not have the right tools or emotional intelligence for organizational leadership.

Charran categorizes different managers into unique archetypes, each with distinct behaviors and impacts on their teams. 

To manage these archetypes, Eric advocates for “managing upwards” by empathizing with the manager’s motivations and challenges.

Let's dive right in!

Connect with Eric Charran:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericcharran/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Ever-Boss-That-Dysfunctional-ebook/dp/B0DJH2YW4S/ref=sr_1_1

Connect with Tim:

Website: timstatingtheobvious.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/timstatingtheobvious

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHfDcITKUdniO8R3RP0lvdw 

Instagram: @TimStating

Tiktok: @timstatingtheobvious