The Bad Boss - Suzy Welch's 4 Questions to Ask At Work

Work Nightmare #1: The Very Bad Boss

By Suzy Welch
O, The Oprah Magazine | From the May 2007 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine

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From examining your own work habits to deciding what you really want to do with your life, Suzy Welch provides a roadmap for dealing with a very difficult manager.

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