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.

Eniola Delano

I worked for a banking and insurance solutions organization and I had the opportunity of working for a special individual named Richard Davey and he’s been very instrumental in my growth as a professional. Read more>>

Jamie Loren

Prior to starting my own interior design studio, I worked in Business Development at Princess Cruises. When I first interviewed for the position, I knew I would be going up against many with more experience. That said, I was hungry for the opportunity. Fascinated by all facets of business, I wanted to learn, grow and ideate, and I believe that the person sitting across the interview table (and then-future boss) Kirk Bardin, saw that. Read more>>

Heather Bell

Mr. Daryl Mason is the most amazing boss, mentor and leader I’ve ever had. I met Mr. Mason in August of 2008. I had just graduated college and was looking to start my career. I searched for a job that was local, but I wasn’t having any luck. I was told that I could possibly become a teacher through the lateral entry program. The only position available was a high school math teacher at an alternative high school. Since I had no idea what I was getting myself into, I went to the interview. Mr. Mason was so passionate about his school and loved being the principal. . He hired me on the spot, but told me to take time to really understand what I was getting myself into. . He warned me that the alternative setting was more challenging than traditional high schools!! Read more>>

Anna Martinez

Finding a truly supportive boss is the best thing that can happen to you and it’s rare to come by. The first job I got in the U.S. was at the Pottery Barn textile studio, and it was such an eye opening experience. I rememeber my first day working there thinking “I’m getting paid to paint?! I must’ve died and gone to heaven!” My boss at the time was this fantastic, old school artist and painter who deeply understood the creative process and how to foster it. When I interviewed with her it was very casual, I showed her my portfolio and she saw something in me that convinced her to hire me almost on the spot. She was very intuitive with people and it showed in the team she had built- a bunch of magnificently talented artists & designers that she was able to mentor and teach to think outside the box. She never lost her spark and creative spirit, even after so many years working in a corporate environment. I appreciated her protecting that over anything else. Read more>>