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Job Posting: Multiple Openings for Nicest Boss in the World

Posted on Tuesday, December 8th 2009
Tags: administration, assertiveness, best practices, boss, college, denial, higher ed, job, leadership, listing, nice, passive, posts, supervision, supervisor
Job Posting: Multiple Openings for Nicest Boss in the World
Available Immediately, Several Vacancies Pattensen College, Missouri Description Supervisory-level positions in several departments require new personnel. Would oversee five to thirteen staff members who require constant affirmation and ego stroking. Requirements Must be friendly, patient and able to turn a blind eye to staff performance deficits. Supervisory experience optional. Ability to hold staff accountable for [...]

Halloween Special: Supervisor’s Office Haunted by Ghost Sending Unpopular After-Hours Emails

Posted on Friday, October 30th 2009
Tags: boss, email, incompetent, lazy, nonassertive, passive, supervisor, weeny
Halloween Special: Supervisor’s Office Haunted by Ghost Sending Unpopular After-Hours Emails
Grover College has a new resident – a spooky one. According to many staff members, a ghost has moved into the department of housing. “I’ve been getting emails from my supervisor Joanie’s account,” explained assistant director of housing Lorinda Shapiro. “They’re always about something unpopular, and they’re sent right after work hours end. My supervisor [...]

College Employers Seek Treatment for Grandeur Withdrawal as Recruitment Season Ends

Posted on Thursday, September 10th 2009
Tags: candidates, culture, employer, expectations, interviews, reality, style, supervisor
College Employers Seek Treatment for Grandeur Withdrawal as Recruitment Season Ends
Counseling services across the country have seen a spike in client numbers as supervisory staff at universities wrap up their hiring for the 2009-10 academic year. “During interviews, everything is perfect,” sighed Linmouth University director of housing Alphonse Ruggles. “When candidates ask me about my leadership style, I know I’m the most visionary and supportive [...]

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