Boss Quote by Lois Wyse
“No matter what the job description says, your real job is to make the boss look good.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Working with People, Lois Wyse, 1995
Your primary responsibility is to support your supervisor’s reputation, regardless of formal duties.
In simple terms: Make your boss look good.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize your boss’s image.
Themes
professionalism
leadership
office politics
Mood
pragmatic
strategic
Type
advice
professional
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- client presentations
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
reputation management
service orientation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this affect your own career development?
- When might this conflict with ethical standards?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting personal growth can be a risk.
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