Good Boss, Bad Boss
Seven executives on the managers that made—or stalled—their careers
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“My boss at a consulting company shaped my management philosophies, including ‘Play offense, not defense,’ so we’re forward-thinking and aggressive. Whenever I’m stuck, I remember how he challenged me to shift the rules.”—Charlie Young, president and chief executive officer, ERA Real Estate
“I like to say I received a master’s degree from B.C., which are the initials of the former COO of Starwood Hotels. I replicate many of his habits: I host regular outings at my home for my team and their families, and I hire team members who have very different skill sets from me.”—Hoyt Harper II, senior vice president for global brand management, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Group