How to Survive a Boss Who Holds You to Unwritten Rules

Lucas and Luna tackle one of the most frustrating workplace dynamics: a boss who punishes you for rules that were never stated. They break down a specific case from a listener at a mid-sized tech firm whose manager docked her performance rating for missing a 'team culture' expectation that existed only in his head. The hosts explain why unwritten rules thrive in organizations with weak feedback cultures, and offer three concrete tactics: the post-meeting recap email, the pre-emptive clarification question, and the 'rule audit' request. They also explore when the unwritten rule is actually a power play, and how to distinguish a genuine communication gap from a boss who wants you to fail. This episode includes practical scripts listeners can use in their next one-on-one. #UnwrittenRules #WorkplaceSurvival #ManagingUp #Careers #ToxicManager #FeedbackCulture #BossProblems #OfficePolitics #EmployeeAdvice #CareerGrowth #WorkplaceCommunication #ManagerRelations #JobSurvival #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkplaceStrategy #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #DifficultBoss Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo