Many business owners we’ve spoken with didn’t start with a huge team on day one. They had to learn how to be a good boss, but the problem is the books on leadership are often highly theoretical and so we wanted to hear practical examples of what it means to be a good boss. So, we asked some brilliant, insightful folks to share stories about the best bosses they’ve had.
Ryan Polk
The best boss I ever had was this guy who ran owned an answering service call center in Youngstown, OH, and here is why he was the best boss I ever had. He was to the first boss I had that let me wear whatever clothes I wanted since nobody never saw us but him. Read more>>
Shelly Ipavec
Sometimes when you meet someone, you just “KNOW” that they will have a positive impact on your life. That you just “WANT” to know what they know. That they touch others in such a powerful way that you look up to them and strive to stand out on your own as well as learn so much from them. Read more>>
Rachael Jamison
My first job out of graduate school was with a drug treatment clinic; I had no previous experience in this area and was super nervous to launch my career as a Clinical Social Worker/Therapist. But my boss, Kimberly, took a chance on me and it completely changed my life. Read more>>
Shanelle Robinson
The most amazing boss that I’ve ever had was when I used to work at the Boys & Girls Club. That job has to date been my favorite job. The work we were doing wasn’t always enjoyable but one thing for sure is I was happy coming to work everyday. My old bosses name is Jason Torrez and he is to date the G.O.A.T. greatest of all time. He was super inclusive, he would acknowledge all racial injustices not just with our staff but with the students. Read more>>
Loren Paige
Yes! It was at a fintech start up in Arizona that I applied for shortly after moving cross country from Ohio. I felt like she was one of the first leaders to see me and see potential. I have more of a quiet nature so it used to be easy for me to blend into the crowd. Read more>>
Lissa Mahler
Reflecting on my time wording alongside Julie Harris Oliver several years ago, I can help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for having such and extraordinary boss and mentor. Read more>>