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Managing a Boss Who Is Out of Their Depth
In Episode 146 of The Difficult Boss Podcast, Lucas and Luna tackle a scenario many professionals face but rarely discuss openly: what to do when your boss is genuinely out of their depth. Drawing on a real-world case from a mid-sized SaaS company where a newly promoted manager struggled with technical decisions, the hosts explore practical strategies for supporting an underqualified boss without undermining them. They discuss the importance of reframing your role as a translator, knowing when to step up and when to set boundaries, and how to protect your own career while making your boss…
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