It's always good to initiate talks to calm the situation. [Photo/ kenyannews.co.ke]
Bosses who yell psychologically believe that they only get things done by screaming.Ironically, most either have a yelling superior or were nurtured or terrified by one at one point of their careers.Fixing this dilemma should be contingent on why he or she yells at you in the first place and then navigate a clear reaction to it. Are you at fault? Is he/she generally frustrated?Whether his/ her concerns are legitimate or frivolous, you can diffuse the situation by requesting for a private meeting. Remain calm, keep it a matter-of-fact and explain yourself without blabbering on. Avoid vindictiveness or pettiness in your speech.Your opening remarks should always begin by owning up to your mistakes. Let him or her know you understand your mistakes and are sorry, and will work as hard to fix them. This is the only card shouting bosses always have in their arsenal.Diffusing it helps you pin them down and force them to listen to you.Chances are that he/she will soften and feel bad about coming down on you so hard if you are repentant and willing to fix your mistakes.Once you go past this stage, you will definitely be in control of the meeting. Calmly explain why his/her yelling bothers you. There is a huge chance that pointing out the problem will embarrass him/her into being apologetic.Conclude by showing initiative in moving forward by offering a solution.A creative solution often throws a yeller off balance and makes him or her stop and consider the approach that may not have occurred.