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.

Mia

One of my favorite people to ever work for, was a brilliant, beautiful woman by the name of Sonia. She was an incredible mentor, who gave me the opportunity to learn a new skill and also put me in a position to teach makeup and skin care, on a corporate level. Which in turn prepared me for all of my future roles in business. Her genuine kindness and compassion, inspired me to become a better leader, teacher and businesswoman. Read more>>

Mario L Castellanos

This is the thing, I believe the best boss anyone can have is themself and the worst is anyone else. An individual should always make the very best effort with any job they take on. I started my first business at age 5. I’ve always tried to work as hard and as smart as I can. If you think about it, one really doesn’t work for a company or organization. They work to achieve what’s important to them. Read more>>

Vanessa Marin Sanford

When I think of this topic, I immediately turn to the worst boss’s I have ever had. It helps me identify what mud I have experienced in leadership to honor the lotus flower moments. I have been told while walking outside to another part of campus with expensive equipment at night to yell to any attackers, “I have AIDS!” as a way to defend myself. Read more>>

Rachael McClair

My best mentor is also my ministry partner (so not my boss). We have been co-pastors for fourteen years and she will be retiring in October of this year. While she’s never been my boss, Rev. Dr. Jenny Morgan has been an incredible leader to me. She saw in me so much more than I would have known about myself – and she saw it because she’s always looking for the strengths and gifts within people. Read more>>