Maintaining Your Sanity When Working for an Unrealistic Boss: Practical Tips and Strategies, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD

12/03/2025 17 min
Maintaining Your Sanity When Working for an Unrealistic Boss: Practical Tips and Strategies, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD

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Abstract: This article explores the complex challenge of managing relationships with bosses who set unrealistic expectations in the workplace. It examines the causes of such behavior—including inexperience, poor planning, perfectionism, and responsibility avoidance—while offering practical strategies for employees to navigate these difficult dynamics. The article provides actionable approaches for setting boundaries, prioritizing workloads, communicating effectively, and maintaining work-life balance when facing unreasonable demands. Through evidence-based techniques such as data-supported feedback, milestone-based goal setting, and respectful boundary establishment, employees can not only preserve their wellbeing but potentially help recalibrate their boss's expectations to more reasonable levels, ultimately creating a more productive and sustainable working relationship.

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