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.
Emily Sakowski
I had an amazing boss a few years ago. I remember my first time meeting him was a coincidence at the airport. I sat down next to him, waited for him to finish his call and introduced myself. I knew after that first, brief, conversation that I was going to get along with him and build a great partnership. Read more>>
Kennedy Moody
Becca Tkaczyk has been the best boss that I’ve had thus far. At work, she leads by example with displaying the passion that she has for her job and expects nothing less from her employees. Her teaching techniques are driven by what would be effective for her employees to be successful and comfortable in their position. Read more>>
KUNEKA Gilchrist
The best boss I ever had was Marvin Flowers the owner of a Detroit Tire Shop I worked for almost 20 years ago. From the moment I joined the team during my teenage years I could sense his genuine care and support for her employees. Mr. Flowers had a remarkable ability to create a positive work environment where everyone felt valued and motivated. He was always approachable, open to new ideas, and took the time to listen to our concerns or suggestions. Read more>>
Nick Stern
It’s not so much a boss or mentor, but for me one person and memory of something they said has stuck with me forever and today I constantly replay his comments. It comes from my early 20s. I initially entered the world of engineering, with a keen interest in electronics I was working in a factory producing cookies. I was responsible for maintaining the control equipment in the factory. Things like computer controllers, motors and the like. Read more>>
Leanna DeBellevue
If I didn’t have an amazing boss I would not be where I am today. I had a boss that saw my potential. I was doing marketing for his company and he pulled me aside and told me the believed that I had what it takes to start my own company. He told me that I would always have a safe place to land if it didn’t work out but that he saw in me the drive and passion it took to be a business owner. Read more>>
Tyson Crockett
In my early twenties, I worked for a restaurateur who helped guide me from working as a food expeditor to a manager of the finest dining restaurant that they owned. During this time period the owner allowed me to ask questions of them on a daily basis. Those questions ranged from how to be better at my current role to advice on what to do with life situations as they arose. Read more>>
Candace Crowder-Peaks
About 10 years ago when I was every early in the Esthetician and spa business I went on a group job interview to work at the brand new Day Spa in the heart of Hollywood CA. I was very nervous and excited all at the same time. When I got to the spa the layout was beautiful and I was greeted by 3 lovely women spa owners. Once I saw 3 women running the a business in a very busy area of Los Angeles I knew I wanted to be a part of the team no matter what, but 1st I had to get through this group interview. Read more>>
Matthew Wang
When I first moved to LA, I was introduced to my mentor and boss of 4 years, Craig Wedren. He’s an incredible composer, artist, vocalist, overall artist and I feel like I learned so much from him about making meaningful creative decisions and focusing on creating a unique artistic voice. I had the pleasure of co-scoring 2 Reno 911 films with him and also helping contribute some additional music to shows including GLOW and Yellowjackets while I worked for him. Read more>>
Antoine Bailey
The best mentor I ever had was my Executive Chef Ramon Cuffie. He was such a great leader simply because he cared about his staff. He really took the time out to know who you was as a person, and your learning strengths, he was the first person to get me to understand as a chef you wear multiple hats he was a boss, counselor, mentor, teacher, leader, just a great figure to work for . By him being all of these roles you bought in to what his vision was for the kitchen and restaurant. He mad you want to better , to elevate yourself more. Read more>>
David Slagle
The best boss I ever had is my current business partner Elate “Danny” Mustafa. Danny found me at a time I was in a low place but still seen my value. Gave me a opportunity to run a brand new business. My first day was the first official opening day. Dan had a idea to open a vape / smoke / CBD shop. I reached out to him when I learned about the opportunity. Got a interview. During the process I didn’t think he liked me lol. Read more>>
Marion Pollack
Ms Mary Watkins was the Best Boss Ever. Ms Watkins Made Me The Giant In The Room. I was Faced with Breast Cancer Back in 2010 I was Working for Hunter Run Country Club at this Time and I was Able To perform my Job at a 100% and Mrs. Watkins never Fired me and She supported me 100% and I feel that sometimes individuals that treat people fairly goes unnoticed but I will never Forget Her For This.. Read more>>
andre williams
The best boss I ever had was Carl Weber he is a writer for tv shows that air on bet and working with him and being on production has been a pleasure. I have learned a lot from Carl Webers I got a lot of motivation and started writing my own movies and filming them. Read more>>
Tammie Bernal
The best boss I ever had was Jan Grant. She was the principal of the school where my teaching career began. After being inspired at a conference, Mrs. Grant returned with a clear vision of what was needed to lead our elementary school to success. At that time our school had the lowest state scores in the district. Mrs. Grant believed in her staff and students and told us so. It sounds simple, but it was powerful. She helped create the school’s slogan: “Dream. Believe. Achieve.” Read more>>
Ashley Romanowski
When it comes to the best boss I’ve ever had, I count myself incredibly lucky to have not one, but two extraordinary women who have shaped my career and touched my life in countless ways. Shannon and Madison are not your average boss duo; they are a force of nature, my biggest hype women and two of the strongest women I know. Read more>>