{"product_id":"have-you-ever-had-a-boss-that-succeeding-in-a-dysfunctional-workplace-paperback","title":"Have You Ever Had a Boss That . . .: Succeeding in a Dysfunctional Workplace - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eEric Charran\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHave You Ever Had a Boss That...?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSucceeding in a Dysfunctional Workplace\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEric Charran, a veteran technology executive with over 25 years of leadership experience at some of the world's largest organizations-including 18 years at Microsoft-has worked under every kind of boss imaginable. From transformational leaders to those who thrive in chaos, he has seen firsthand how leadership dynamics shape workplace culture, employee engagement, and career progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eHave You Ever Had a Boss That...?\u003c\/i\u003e, Charran offers a compelling, research-backed guide for professionals at all career stages, from early-career employees to senior executives, providing actionable strategies to \u003cb\u003enot just survive-but excel in dysfunctional workplaces.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough \u003cb\u003ereal-world case studies, psychological insights, and practical frameworks\u003c\/b\u003e, Charran introduces \u003cb\u003enine distinct boss archetypes\u003c\/b\u003e, each representing a different form of \u003cb\u003eunhelpful or toxic leadership\u003c\/b\u003e. From \u003ci\u003eThe Firefighter\u003c\/i\u003e, who creates emergencies just to put them out, to \u003ci\u003eThe Attack Sub\u003c\/i\u003e, who operates in secrecy to undermine colleagues, these archetypes explain why so many professionals struggle with ineffective managers-and how to turn these challenges into career-building opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorkplace dysfunction can \u003cb\u003edrain productivity, stall careers, and create daily stress\u003c\/b\u003e, but professionals who \u003cb\u003eunderstand leadership behaviors and adapt strategically\u003c\/b\u003e can navigate even the most challenging environments. Drawing from his extensive experience leading high-impact teams, Charran reveals \u003cb\u003ehow to \"manage up,\" influence from any position, and take control of your career path\u003c\/b\u003e-even when working for a difficult boss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is an essential resource for \u003cb\u003eanyone who has ever felt stuck in a frustrating workplace, struggled under poor leadership, or wondered how to turn dysfunction into success.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou may not be able to choose your boss, but you can choose how to thrive, grow, and take control of your success-no matter the workplace challenges you face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 232\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.49 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 13, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52487328563507,"sku":"9781637427705","price":41.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/tI3ur1LV3W9781637427705.webp?v=1759845226","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/have-you-ever-had-a-boss-that-succeeding-in-a-dysfunctional-workplace-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}