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How to Survive a Boss Who Blames You for Their Mistakes
In this episode of The Difficult Boss Podcast, Lucas and Luna tackle a toxic workplace dynamic that erodes morale faster than almost any other: the boss who scapegoats direct reports for errors they themselves made. Using the real-world example of a mid-level project manager at a Fortune 500 retailer who documented her boss's blame-shifting pattern over eight weeks, they break down the three-part strategy that helped her regain credibility and eventually transfer to a healthier department. Lucas explains why gaslighting and scapegoating are often symptoms of a manager who is overwhelmed…
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