Bob Bumblehoof loves his brilliance. There’s nothing better than knowing you’re right.
If you’ve got it, flaunt it.
Bumblehoof’s blueprint for success has eight points because seven is the number of perfection and Bob is better than perfection.
Bob promises you’ll succeed if you do what he says.
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Bob Bumblehoof is the generic name I use for the character who exemplifies every weakness I want to poke fun at. If Bob wasn’t Bumblehoof, what would you name him or her?
If you have a nickname for your boss that you’re afraid to use, this post is for you.
It is sad to see how leaders suffer under the weight of being questioned, challenged, and occasionally held accountable. It is our duty to protect bosses from all discomfort.
Office politics (in many organizations) is the art of protecting leaders from the real world.
Here’s how to use office politics to protect the boss.
Let’s dispense with the bothersome notion of humility in leadership. It’s an outdated virtue praised by philosophers, saints, and other underachievers.
It has no place in the modern pursuit of dazzling leadership.
Tip: All emerging leaders should be trained in the art of arrogance.
When everything runs smoothly, you’re irrelevant. No drama? No dysfunction? Why are you here?
Nurture problems to establish your value.
Don’t work yourself out of a job.
Nurture problems with minor upgrades. Swap out a few lightbulbs and keep outdated procedures. Bright light = happy people = but nothing changed.
Bonus: Put a ping pong table in the lobby!
