Five little tricks to handle your boss

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How can one effortlessly win the boss’s favor and become the office’s golden girl? It’s actually not difficult; these are just some mental exercises, not simply working overtime day and night. 　　What are the secrets behind those golden girls who can easily win over their colleagues’ favor? I bet they definitely didn’t type frantically until their fingers sprained, but rather used some techniques that are not easy to notice. However, if you observe carefully, you can still spot the clues. 　　She* usually wears modest and dignified clothing, and so does the boss ； When she talked to her boss, her head would always tilt slightly to the right, and coincidentally, the boss did the same. Such actions not only avoid the appearance of flattery but also leave a good impression on the boss. If you pay attention to her behavior and then appropriately draw on it in your own actions, you’ll be close to success. 　　Conversation Skills Body language and speaking tone are the first elements that help create a good impression. A linguist once said: if your boss speaks in a very gentle tone, you should avoid speaking to him in a rough or harsh manner. Learning to communicate using the other person’s audio and language patterns can help you reach a state of harmony with them. Moreover, bosses are always influenced by the words of those they consider easy to get along with, rather than those who are impulsive and have a harsh tone. 　　You can try a few tricks: imitate your boss’s tone and pitch appropriately, maintain the same amount of eye contact, and pay attention to the way and rhythm in which they use gestures. However, try to avoid giving the impression that you are controlling everything; being influenced and being controlled are two completely different things. 　　Attentive to dress style When it comes to clothing, one must never copy mechanically. A image design consultant suggested wearing clothes that are similar to the boss’s style rather than identical to it; it’s important to never dress in a way that draws more attention than the boss. By cleverly imitating her boss’s style of dressing, she will unconsciously feel closer to you. Additionally, pay attention to the small accessories she wears, and use them to complement your own outfit in a suitable manner ； Applying a fresh and subtle makeup look can also add points to one’s appearance. 　　If your boss pays great attention to taking care of his shoes, then you need to be careful not to get any stains on your own shoes, and if the heels wear out, you should have them repaired right away. I believe a boss who also cares about shoes will pay attention to your details. 　　Another thing to note is that shoes should be chosen according to the actual occasion. Running up and down while wearing high-heeled shoes to deliver documents is neither appropriate nor practical; it only ends up causing trouble for oneself. 　　Meeting Techniques A psychologist once said, “When you attend a meeting with your boss, the choice of seating is very important.” As a general rule, remember to sit on his left. Because for him, the right side represents control and competition, you should sit on the left to show that you obey his wishes. ” 　　Synchronization is also an important aspect of meetings. When the boss leans forward, or when he places his hands on the table, please do the same, to indicate that you are in agreement with him. 　　Furthermore, setting aside concerns and taking the risk of offending your supervisor by speaking up in meetings might bring you unexpected benefits. For example, if the boss misunderstands something, you can interrupt at the right moment and point it out gently, rather than letting him continue to be in error; this will make him feel confident enough to include you in meetings. 　　When a colleague is speaking but struggles to express their ideas clearly, you should step in to help them clarify their points. You can say, “I’m sorry I didn’t understand what you meant. Did you mean…” This shows that you care about your colleagues and are able to get along well with others. Social Star Understanding your supervisor’s personality is a great help in building social relationships. If you have just started a new job, ask your colleagues more about the boss’s habits and requirements, to find out whether he is a humorous person or someone who keeps a distance from his subordinates. 　　At the same time, try not to decline others’ social invitations, so as not to give the impression of being reclusive or unsociable. 　　You must be careful: it’s not appropriate to get drunk when your boss is around. Never make any actions or decisions that you might regret later. 　　Interacting with people is an art, just as important as being familiar with your own work. 　　Email Psychologists have analyzed and found that introverted people use email more frequently than extroverted people. So, if your supervisor is an introverted person, he may prefer to read emails rather than having face-to-face meetings or phone calls, using this method to communicate with his subordinates. If you want to surprise your boss, who is used to ordinary black-and-white emails, then spend some extra time learning to create creative colored animated emails. Of course, avoid personal communications during working hours to prevent others from gossiping. 　　Finally, here is a simple yet useful principle: when you need to discuss an important matter with your supervisor, do not use email; instead, have a face-to-face conversation to show your sincerity and determination. Having lunch together is a great way; it allows one to avoid distractions from other colleagues while enabling the most direct and effective communication with the boss.