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.

Ken Saba

The best boss I’ve had combined high standards with real support. They pushed for excellence while giving the team room to be creative, experiment, and take smart risks. They were decisive, calm under pressure, and great at resourcing—whether we were in pre-production or 2 hours before showtime. Most importantly, they trusted their team and communicated clearly, which made even the most complex productions feel manageable. Read More>>

Batul Sadiq

The best boss I ever had was not the best because of his mentoring abilities or leadership skills. In fact, if I described his ability to rally the team or have a positive income on corporate outcomes, his style would be contrary to what one would view as an amazing boss. Read More>>

Stacey Haile

My boss, Michael Chester, is the owner of Everest Therapy Solutions in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. He is an incredible mentor and leader, along with being an extremely successful therapist that genuinely connects with his clients. He puts the clients first at all times and always has their best interests at heart. Read More>>

Becca Spahr

When I joined the Marine Corps at age 21, an administrative error sent me to an infantry unit. Except, in 2003, women weren’t allowed in combat units. So instead of joining the infantry unit I was assigned to, I was redirected to their headquarters, filling a job meant for someone with three or four years’ more experience than me. Read More>>