How to Handle a Bad First Boss

Your first job is exciting, but what if your first manager is a nightmare? Lucas and Luna tackle one of the toughest early-career challenges: reporting to a boss who is clueless, micromanaging, or worse. They break down a real case from a listener named Priya, who had her confidence crushed by a manager who took credit for her work and gave zero feedback. Lucas shares three concrete strategies: documenting your contributions, seeking peer feedback to build an external reputation, and framing a transfer request as a growth opportunity — not an escape. Luna pushes back on the idea of just quitting, and they explore when it's worth staying to build resilience. No hot takes — just practical advice from people who have been there. If you've ever had a bad boss or worried about getting one, this episode is for you. #BadBoss #FirstJob #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceDynamics #ManagingUp #SelfAdvocacy #Micromanagement #OfficePolitics #CareerResilience #JobSatisfaction #EarlyCareer #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #Feedback #TransferRequest #PeerNetwork #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo