To borrow the popular and arguable line of “Happy Wife, Happy Life”, to have a happy life at work, you need a happy boss. You cannot underestimate how much your fulfillment at work

To borrow the popular and arguable line of “Happy Wife, Happy Life”, to have a happy life at work, you need a happy boss. You cannot underestimate how much your fulfillment at work is tied to your boss’ happiness with himself, his work and his team.

Although you cannot fully help a sad boss or one who chooses to stay sad, there are two things that can help you get along with your boss. First, understand how your work adds to your boss’ performance assessment, then commit to ensuring you do not drop the ball.

Second, learn your boss’ job, and volunteer often to take off the stressful and unimportant part. This will be both helpful and an important training for you. Cheers!