Smarter than my boss?

Been there. I found that I had to document everything my boss asked me to do in an email, so that when the project went wrong, I could explain my situation. I'd write the email to my boss detailing what she wanted me to do (I'd say something like, "Just to be sure I understand you correctly...") and tactfully explain why I didn't think it was the best course of action.

Basically, it was a CYA thing. But, people like that eventually get found out. If you like other aspects of your job, you might just try to hold out until she is discovered to be incompetent. But that takes time. And patience.

it depends on the situation. if you are nervous about your job security, it is probably for the best to do what the boss requests even though it may be wrong. however, if you have the time, perhaps try doing it both your way and his/her way, and then show your boss the extra benefit of doing it the correct way. of course, if you arent concerned about your job, do it the way that you feel is best.

i personally found that it is usually better to at least go with your boss's way for a little while. maybe he/she actually has a secret that has helped in the past.

Seems to be an ongoing trend. Yes, I have been in that situation. Boss was lacking in the common sense & intelligence dept. He once asked me what I was going to school for and I said to take his position (in a joking manner). He felt threatened because upper management was coming to me and inviting me to the mgmt. meetings and not him...boo hoo.

To put it short, he gave me the worst review from all shifts, said I didn't know how to use the PC, didn't have an knowledge of what I was doing, blah blah blah. (Note: I was the only one in that dept. going to a university at the time and studying Information Systems- so much for lack of PC knowldge).

I documented everything and didn't agree (or sign) the review. I submitted my proof of work (printouts, emails, etc.) and argument to HR. The HR manager had a huge kick out of his review on me (she went to my same school) and knew he was an idiot. She moved me out & up, laid him off, and then she transferred me back to the department.

Just make sure you document everything and ask to be moved because of whatever reason, proof is worth millions.

*Oh and just to prove what an idiot he was, he left everyone's reviews on his desk while 2nd, 3rd and early 1st shift were able to view everyone else's reviews (hence me knowing I got the worst one)...just a sad, sad, man. I wonder what he's doing now, lol*

This happens a lot, life sucks like that sometimes. If you really need this job, I suggest you just take it. But I hope you don't; the situation sounds extremely unfair and you should stand up for yourself.

Hey, open up your own company and "own" him.