What do you do if your boss's needs are constantly changing and unpredictable?

Always be aware of your workplace as a whole and try to create an informative culture, giving and asking information more timely in relation to your own expectations in understanding needs and changes. By fostering a communication centred approach to your relationships at work, you will always have a space to participate and/or be expected to be someone who is interested. On its own, this approach cuts shorts any complexities to situations that could be perceived as problematic and opens many doors into people’s interest. Always select carefully all your means to approach your boss and the boundaries established so you don’t come across as invasive. Be ultra vigilant in your communications while in sensitive situations.

On peut comparer ce type de gestion à une organisation en 'banc de poissons', c'est-à-dire une gestion opportuniste où l'ultra court terme domine souvent la vision à long terme. Cette approche peut s'avérer bénéfique dans certaines phases critiques de l'entreprise où des décisions rapides et réactives sont nécessaires. Cependant, il est crucial que chaque leader développe une capacité à anticiper et à envisager l'avenir, même s'il n'est pas naturellement un visionnaire. Posséder un minimum de 'vista' est essentiel pour ne pas se retrouver à naviguer à vue, jour après jour, sans direction claire. Cela permet d'inspirer et de guider efficacement son équipe vers des objectifs à long terme, malgré les turbulences du quotidien.

3min meeting rule: at least every 1 or 2 days you should be communicating what are you planning to deliver that day just to verify if changes should be made in your daily plan, in that way you won't spend time in nos-value added activities.

Clear communication is crucial in an unpredictable work environment. Maintain open lines with your boss to stay updated on their changing needs and expectations. Relay this information to your team promptly and clearly, ensuring everyone is aligned. Encourage team members to ask questions and voice concerns to foster understanding and effective collaboration. At White Internet Consulting, I've found that transparency reduces confusion and frustration. For instance, during a volatile project, regular updates and open discussions helped the team adapt quickly to changing demands, improving overall efficiency and morale.

Be cautious of your choice of words when giving feedback on the impact of your boss' constant changes (a bit oxymoronic lol) on the team's morale or results. Also, a good understanding of your boss' persona may help guide you on how best to communicate your suggestions.

"Whiteboard Technique"; works every time! I usually place a whiteboard and ask for it not to get erased. There along with my boss I write the tasks that should get accomplished and the dates. Every 2 days we take a look to the whiteboard and check if that still makes sense. In that way we are aligned, have the same priorities and be real about what are we asking everybody to do.

Try not to take it personally. Avoid thoughts that your boss is out to get you to your wits' end. The clearer your mind is, the more focused you can be on achieving success in the execution of assigned tasks.