I like to believe that most leaders are good and do the best that they can for their teams.
However, what do you do if you have a manager who is not a good leader and doesn’t even try to improve or support you? We could dive into understanding why they are this way, but I would rather have you consider how this type of situation impacts you and figure out what you want to do.
- Can you continue to do your job and not let them impact you in a negative way?
- Can you build relationships with the decision-makers and influencers that give you visibility and allow you to establish your own brand?
- Do you have the confidence and self-motivation to get things done regardless of the situation with your manager?
- Do you have other mentors, sponsors, or peers that you can rely on and who provide support for you?
- Can you have success in the company regardless of your manager?
- Is this situation impacting your mental health in a negative way and you need to get help or leave the company?
These are a few questions to ask yourself and I know the answers are not easy. This is such a tough place to be, but you have the choice of how to handle it. You will need to look out for yourself and find a way to carve out your own space in the organization so that people can see you stand on your own.
There are many ways that you can continue to stand out and do what you need to do.
You don’t need a manager to create those opportunities for you. This situation could force you to rely on yourself and the people that you trust to help you. I know it isn’t easy, but no matter what your decision is, you have to do what is best for you.