Condescending bosses patronize and talk down to you. These bosses have an exaggerated opinion of themselves and a devaluated opinion of others. They may be intellectual snobs who only tacitly permit you to join the discussion. They then ignore your ideas, zapping you with put-downs as they downplay your suggestions.

Condescending bosses are quick to grasp the full implications of a problem and faster than you are at seeing solutions. They are also insulting when they allow you to do something on your own: “This is an easy job. Molly can handle it.”

What You’re Thinking: My boss is really very smart........

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