Wanted: Boss Who Makes Employees Look Good

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) July 21, 2005

A good boss is not just good at their job—they are adept at making others great at theirs. Based on a recent Badbossology.com survey sponsored by Development Dimensions International (http://www.ddiworld.com), the majority of people said that the most important characteristic of a boss is the ability to bring out the best in people.

"Many new leaders face a unique challenge because they still see the job being about them—not their team members," said Rich Wellins, Senior Vice President, DDI. "The best boss knows how to selflessly make their team shine in their jobs by focusing on their strengths and looking for things they are doing right."

Specifically, when asked what the most important characteristic of a boss was, of the 760 people who completed Badbossology.com's survey: 60% chose the ability to bring out the best in people; 28% chose authenticity (aka "walk the talk"); 10% chose being open to feedback; and 2% chose driving for business results.

A follow-up survey question, also sponsored by Development Dimensions International - a global human resource consulting firm - asks, "In an average month, how much time do you spend complaining about or listening to other complain about bad bosses?" This question's four potential answers along with results to date are available at: http://www.badbossology.com.

Difficult bosses are a big problem in Corporate America. Other surveys indicate that approximately 40% of employees have had to deal with a bad boss. Badbossology.com itself is designed to protect both people and companies from bad bosses, and all of its content and services are available without any fees. It provides continually updated material in an intuitive, blog-style user interface. It takes a responsible balanced approach, devoid of ranting and 'Boss from Hell' stories, and also provides key resources for bosses, executives and board members (http://www.badbossology.com/c68). A "Vault" or secure repository is provided so visitors can bookmark items along with personal notes for fast reference. And material is drawn from sources such as The Chicago Tribune, CNNMoney.com, Fast Company and The Harvard Business School.

About DDI: Since 1970, Development Dimensions International, a global human resource consulting firm specializing in leadership and selection, has worked with some of the world's most successful organizations. With more than 1,000 associates in 75 offices in 26 countries around the world and headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pa., DDI advises businesses of all sizes-including half of the Fortune 500-on the selection, development and retention of their workforces and helping them realize business success. For more information go to http://www.ddiworld.com/aboutddi.

For further information, please visit http://www.badbossology.com or call Gary Lahey at 416-201-9730.

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