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What qualities did you respect about the best boss you ever had?

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    Genuine.

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    Treated all the workers the same, no bias towards certain favorites was honest with us and about the job

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    they were honest and caring and they put the welfare of the people ahead of the bottom line.

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    She was consistent, fair, never moody, friendly, approachable, always kind and willing to listen.

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    Readiness to give things a try without worrying about failing

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    Integrity and followed through on what they said they would do.

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    Honesty Loyal No sugar coat-tell it like it is.

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    Not two faced, had some semblance of integrity...very, very rare

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    Kindness, integrity, honesty

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    Open, not a micro manager, respected me, went to bat for me

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    Was there to ensure my success and cared

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    The ability to maintain a positive workforce and stay organized and having a great sense of humor.

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    Treating others with dignity and respect

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    They were fair to me and all my other colleagues. They validated my feelings and gave me good, constructed feedback.

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    Listened, gave credit where credit was due, did not receive huge paycheck or bonuses while those under him/her received none or lost jobs, integrity

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    Open vulnerable but strong and consistent. Open to feedback, nonjudgmental. Problem solver not maker.

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    He treated me like he cared.

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    Integrity and sponsorship