We often hear about bad bosses, but we think it’s important to talk about the good ones because we hope that by giving folks examples of how to be a good boss we can inspire future bosses to be better, to do better for their employees and all stakeholders.

Jeremy Paredes

I would not be the creative I am today without the support from friends, family, and mentors that have helped shape my journey thus far. Specifically in the sports media industry, my coworkers and bosses have been extremely supportive in guiding and critiquing my work, helping me get better as a content creator and as a person. Read more>>

Amanda HarNess

The best boss I ever had was actually the last boss I ever had. In fact, he and I both resigned from the same company to start our own businesses as entrepreneurs around the same time. His name is Matt and we are still friends today. The work I do now is with small and mid-sized organizations, and is focused on effective communication, leadership and management, and growth strategy. As a leadership-nerd, I believe that there are 8 key attributes that an effective leader has, and Matt had many of them. Read more>>

Melisa Grey

I remember like it was Yesterday, every time I have to share about my best boss. I remember always looking forward to our 1:1 sessions as this was a time she would pour into me. She didn’t only talk about KPIs but want me to save, balance my family life and dream big. She also held me accountable too…lol. She changed my life the day she shared the book “The Secret ” by Rhonda Byrne with me. This book changed my mindset and have me start the journey of speaking more positively and also passing this same mindset to those I lead. Read more>>

Shelby Kirby

The best boss I ever had was one of my first professional jobs right out of college. I lived in Los Angeles at the time and still had so much to learn about the interior design industry. Gary had exclusive clientele in the Hollywood industry and years and years of experience under his belt. He was difficult to please and didn’t tip toe on anyone’s feelings. I’m pretty sure I went home crying everyday just from not feeling good enough or like I didn’t have a clue what was going on but I learned the most from him. Read more>>

Joseph Luckett

My first job was at Arby’s and my boss was Diane. She was the most transparent person I had ever met. She treated everyone with the same respect regardless of their position or tenure. She believed that should be the case in life and even if she didn’t see that as often as she should have in her own, she certainly treated her staff with equality everyday she was there. If I was at work and didn’t have any money for lunch, she would offer to cover the cost. Read more>>

Victoria Harris

In 2018, I was a sophomore at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, when I received an email from my fashion professor, Dr. Dixon. It was an opportunity to volunteer, at a local middle school in Greensboro, NC, for their annual fashion show! I was in love with modeling at the time, and it was a great opportunity to mentor the students. I met with the head coordinator, Mrs. Terri Sims-Starling. She was the most kindness, business savvy women I have ever met! Instantly we made a connection when I was able to take charge and direct the students during our first runway meeting. Read more>>