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Dealing with a toxic, controlling boss? You’re not alone.
A domineering manager can drain your energy, kill your confidence, and make every workday feel like a battle.
But you can take back control—without losing your job or your mind.
In this episode, we break down:
✅ How to stay professional (even when they’re not).
✅ Smart ways to manage up, set boundaries, and communicate with power.
✅ When to document everything—and when to walk away.
If you’re stuck under a power-tripping boss, this episode is your playbook.
Comment below: What’s the worst boss move you’ve ever seen?
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📌 Chapters:
0:00 – Intro
0:38 – What to expect from this episode
1:08 – Why you should listen to us
3:03 – Step 1: Dealing with a domineering boss
8:57 – “I lost it yesterday” – Why occasional intensity can help
10:28 – The only time emotions belong at work
13:24 – How to manage up (and why it matters)
16:54 – Set boundaries—firm but respectful
22:45 – Document everything—your protection if things go south
25:29 – The Uber story: toxic culture in action
26:55 – Know when it’s time to walk away
31:09 – Vision: keep your long-term career in focus
34:46 – Culture: how bad bosses build resilience
37:25 – Results: skills that outlast the boss
39:20 – A wild workplace story
44:20 – Don’t let fear trap you in toxicity
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