How to Work with an Insecure Boss: The Harvard Business Review Guide

Harvard Business Review · Oct 16, 2026 · 10m

How to Work with an Insecure Boss: The Harvard Business Review Guide

Uploaded 24-03-22

24 Mar 2022

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Of all the bad bosses out there, one of the most common–and most painful to work for–is the one who’s plagued by doubt. Here’s how to deal with them.

00:00 If you’ve ever doubted yourself because your boss doesn’t have faith in you, shoots down your ideas without explanation, or blames you for their lack of success, this video is for you.

00:34 How do you know if you’re dealing with an insecure boss?

01:05 Don’t try to retaliate! You’ll only make things worse.

01:30 A little self-doubt is…