Before the situation gets to a point where quitting seems less painful than staying put, you need to take at least partial ownership for a relationship that has gone sour.
Yes, you may have a boss who is very difficult to please. Somehow they missed the step in performance management training that would have helped you understand their expectations. But think about how your own behavior may have contributed to the breach between the two of you. If you have already tried but failed to work things out in your one-on-one meetings, maybe there is another resource. How about talking with someone who used to work on the team?
Arrange an informal meeting. This is not an opportunity for you to complain but to ask for guidance. Your goal is to repair the relationship with your boss and find a more productive and enjoyable way to work together. Hopefully your contact will have some useful advice on how you two can get along better…insight into the boss’ preferred working style, for example, or differences in cultural background that explain behavior.
Accept the advice and try to put it into action. You may just find that the relationship can be salvaged, your job far more satisfactory and a new level of understanding with that boss who may not be so difficult after all.
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