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The worst part of a toxic boss isn’t behavior—it’s how they make you doubt your worth. Ever had a toxic boss? I have. It’s brutal. The micromanaging and manipulation. The walking-on-eggshells feeling that's constant and never goes away. It drains your confidence and kills your momentum. Most professionals aren’t taught how to navigate this. But learning to manage up—even in toxic environments—is a crucial skill. Study my 10 principles to handle a toxic boss without getting fired: 1. Anchor Your Confidence → Regularly remind yourself of your strengths and wins. Don't allow them to live rent free in your head. 2. Detach Emotionally → Don’t take their words personally. Toxicity says more about them than you. 3. Master the Art of Gray Rock. → Stay neutral and unreactive in conversations. Don’t feed their need for control conflict. 4. Document Everything → Keep a record of emails, feedback, and interactions. A paper trail is your best defense. 5. Establish Clear Boundaries. → Respectfully push back against unreasonable demands. Toxic bosses thrive on blurred lines. 6. Seek Allies → Build rapport with colleagues who can support and validate your view. 7. Focus on Growth → Invest in skills and learning outside of their influence. Growth is your long-term exit plan. 8. Leverage HR Strategically → Report with facts, not emotions. Present solutions, not problems, to strengthen your case. 9. Practice Radical Self-Care → Protect your mental health. Exercise, meditate, or journal to recharge outside of work. 10. Know When to Exit → No job is worth your peace or self-esteem. Plan your next move with confidence. ♻ 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 to inspire your network! 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 Me, Kevin Box 🛡️ for more Leadership insights. 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽   📌📌 I'm hosting a free 1-hour workshop on April 16th at 4:00 PM Central Standard Time on growing your personal brand and thought leadership on LinkedIn.   Everyone who signs up and attends will receive my new 23-page guide, 12 Golden Nuggets to Building Your Online Business – packed with insights on personal branding and earning on LinkedIn. Click here to register for the workshop: https://lnkd.in/eE4jgWxw