Nine tips for managing your boss

Most physicians are accountable to a medical director, another physician in their practice, or an administrator. Here’s how to work together to advance your goals, their goals, and your organization:

• Make sure you and your boss understand each other’s objectives,
• Keep your boss informed at the level that fits his or her work style,
• Communicate about successes and setbacks,
• Maintain honesty and dependability to build trust,
• Respect one another’s time,
• Learn how best to sell your ideas,
• Give positive reinforcement,
• When passing judgment, communicate with tact and good intentions,
• Focus on what you can change, even if it’s only your attitude.

Adapted from “Managing Your Boss.”