Friends vs. Boss

By: A Staff Writer

Updated on: Jul 30, 2024

The delicate balance between being friends with your employees but still being the boss.

Likability is great, but you also need respect to make business decisions.

Do This:

• Boundaries Matter: Friendly is good, too familiar breeds resentment.
• Consistency is Key: Rules apply equally to everyone, even your favorites.
• Separate Social from Work: Off-hour friendships are fine, if they don’t blur lines.
• Be Direct When Needed: If “friend mode” fails, switch to “boss mode” clearly.

You can be well-liked AND a strong leader. It’s about fairness, not favoritism.

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