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.

Kristie Stephenson

Yes. Mr. Gail Baldwin, he was an architect in Coconut Grove Florida. I was on a work visa, an HIBI and I was at this firm in Hollywood that for an entire year we were kept on with no new projects, so I knew I would need to find something. I had put my resume out there and I sent one to Gail Baldwind Architect. Well shortly after I was made redundant at the Hollywood firm, however in the car drive home, I screamed for joy, yes I was just happy not to do that long commute and I figured its not the end of the world I’d find something. Read more>>

Dave Meeker

The best boss I ever had was one that understood my creative level of solving unsolvable problems and building teams. Later in my career, the same boss ended up being my source for working for an enterprise level healthcare institution.. We’ve worked on several projects since then – many that were possible situations that we are able to make the best of Read more>>

Dr. Leslie Davis

I’ve had many inspiring bosses, but the one who is the most memorable is Ms. Loretta Knox. Ms. Loretta supported me professionally and personally, and she always trusted me to be a leader amongst my peers. When writing reports regarding the children and families we served in the Illinois child welfare system, Ms. Loretta would always push me to give her “more fluff.” Read more>>

Tamara Delbridge

I have had quite a few jobs since I began working. My 1st job was at a five and dime store called McCrory, let’s just say it wasn’t my favorite job but it was a great learning experience. Years later and shortly after I completed a makeup certification course, I found a job in beautiful salon in the Harlem section of New York City, and that is where I met the person who was integral in leading me down the right career path. Read more>>

Ranysha Martin

As a personal trainer, there are several gyms and trainers that saturate the field. I began working with Q. Cole at The Fitness Center of Lilburn and he acted as my boss and mentor. Outside of the physical aspect of training , he set out time to help me structure my business and advised me of the pros and cons of the personal training business, while never letting me become discouraged. Read more>>

REISCHEL SAWYER-COBB

I began my career in accounting in 1997. A very interesting story about how it began was my interview for the position. On the day of my interview, I ended up at the wrong address (no navigation system at that time), so I called the interviewer to help me get to the correct location. She understood and allowed me to reschedule for the following day. My immediate thought was that she’s not going to hire me because missing an interview was “not a good look”. Read more>>

Taylor Ditzel

Two People come to mind when I think of the best boss, Tammy and Angel. Angel Started out as my partner in cake decorating and taught me almost everything I know about it, she is where my love for cake started. Tammy was our boss and an amazing role model. She is everything you wanted in a boss, hardworking, present, good listener and problem solver. Read more>>