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.

Odester Hepburn

The best boss I’ve ever had is at my current job as a healthcare project manager. Each day, I engage with various people, departments, and personalities, all while working toward implementing projects. Read more>>

Janine Bolon

The Calendar Chronicles and Time Management Magic Let me spin you a yarn about my wild ride through the world of entrepreneurship. Read more>>

Sarah Schwartz

One of my art teachers from my early years, Denine, from Mermaid Art Studios, was one of the best mentors I’ve ever had to this day. I may have not realized it at the time, but looking back now, I was a pretty shy kid and had trouble taking risks. Read more>>

Brian Stefan

The best boss I ever had was Dr. Jennifer R. Levin (Therapy Heals; From Grief To Growth). Dr. Jennifer Levin exemplified exceptional leadership as a boss for a new grief therapist like myself. Read more>>

Beth Okeon

No question, the best boss I ever had is a natural-born marketer named Jim Wassell. He led our marketing department when I worked at ServiceMaster. Read more>>

Michele Wells

I met my boss in the meeting when I was interviewing for my position. At the time she was not the person that I expected I would be reporting to, but in transition, after I was in my position she moved into the new role. Read more>>

Whitney Brown

I had the privilege of working for a high-level leader as an Executive Assistant. I would often receive encouraging cards and affirmations but more times than not I received advice on how I could do my job better and be more efficient. Read more>>

Ángel Ávila

One of the bosses who has most influenced my professional career is Pau Andrés, Director of Club Matador. Read more>>

Lory Hagopian

I had the opportunity to intern at an outstanding advertising firm. The creative director invited me for a meeting and directed me to browse through a Pantone color guide, an essential book for color matching. Read more>>

Patricia “Patty” Moya

“25 years ago, I embarked on a journey in the world of plastic surgery, little knowing that I would find not just a mentor, but a visionary leader in Dr. German Newall. Read more>>