The CBC (Canda’s National Broadcaster - à la BBC) has a Bad Boss Poll. I think it’s worth doing. The questions are:

1. Has your boss ever embarrassed you in front of co-workers?
a) Yes
b) No

2. Does your boss have a tough time making decisions?
a) Yes
b) No

3. Is your boss a poor communicator?
a) Yes
b) No

4. Does your boss hog the lime-light when things go well but look to blame others when things go wrong?
a) Yes
b) No

5. Does your boss argue about everything?
a) Yes
b) No

6. Is your boss unclear about what he or she expects of you?
a) Yes
b) No

7. Does your boss pile on the work?
a) Yes
b) No