Dear Charley:

Dysfunction like what you are experiencing is common, in the workplace, at homes, in governments, anywhere and everywhere. An unfortunate reality. My suggestion: look for another job but expect dysfunction there as well, hopefully less of it. If there is no dysfunction, let it be a very pleasant and welcomed surprise!

Abuse, like yelling, that is unacceptable. The yelling supervisor has to learn to not yell when he is upset. As an employee it is not part of your job to be yelled at! Assert yourself with him and tell him that he has to stop yelling at you.

Again, it is unfortunate, but part of the job of most people is to successfully deal with dysfunctional management as well as dysfunctional co workers while keeping an eye and ear open for better jobs, better positions, better companies, better work environments.

anita