Harsha Gupta

Six More Signs Your Boss Is a Coward

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 27 Jun 2014 02:59:00 +0000

1. He lies

Everybody lies at times to spare feelings or embellish a story.

But as readers pointed out, a cowardly boss lies over and over for personal gain or to discredit others. And innocent workers like you may be hurt by his lies.

Working for a boss who lies is nerve-wracking. You never know whether one of his lies is going to come back and bite you or inadvertently help you. A boss who lies is breaching a sacred employer-employee trust.

If you work for a boss who lies for personal gain, don’t lie to yourself. It’s time for you to find a new boss.

2. She is envious of subordinates, peers, and higher ups

One reader noted that an envious boss thwarts productivity by breeding fear and uncertainty that de-motivates a team. She only feels good when she can tear down the people she is envious of.

She might do this by turning people’s talents, knowledge, and hard work against them. If you’re the target, your best qualities go from “the keys to your success” to “areas for improvement.”

This type of cowardly boss is simply afraid she will be upstaged by excellence around her. As a result, you are punished for a job well done.

3. He delivers empty promises again and again

Everyone loves hearing praise for a “job well done” and the promise of a raise, promotion, or challenging new assignment. But when months go by and the promised reward doesn't materialize, the boss’s promises are immaterial.

Several readers noted that a boss who makes promises he can’t keep is often motivated by the desire to be liked. Making promises is easier than giving you positive feedback, while at the same time being realistic about what the organization will or will not do for you.

Of course, what you really need from your boss is a reality check. You may not like the answer, but you’ll respect your boss for being straight with you.

Empty promises empty the soul of an entire workforce.

4. She blames others to mask her own shortcomings

One reader said this is a terrible type of boss to have.

This kind of boss is so afraid of looking bad that she can’t admit she does not know it all. Worse, she views asking for help as a weakness.

So, instead of turning to team members who are better equipped to handle certain tasks, she blunders on. Then when things don’t go well, she blames her team – loudly, to anyone within earshot.

5. He fails to manage conflict and bad behavior within the organization

This coward boss is afraid to set rules of engagement and reinforce and enforce them. The result is chaos – a workplace that is a “free for all.”

The truth is all teams need rules and a referee to step in from time to time, cry foul, and get the game back on track. As one reader said, “Imagine The World Cup with no referees.”

6. She doesn't protect her team from impossible requests from upper-management

As one reader remarked, some bosses fall short when it comes to managing up – with disastrous consequences, Have you ever had a boss who accepts poor decisions from upper management and commits her team to deliver on unreasonable requests without pushing back?

This type of boss is like Lord Cardigan, who sent his light cavalry to their deaths in a frontal assault in the famous Charge of the Light Brigade – a task they were not trained nor well-suited for. It turns out he was acting on incorrect orders that were the result of a miscommunication in the chain of command.

A boss who sends her team into harm’s way over and over – without ever even asking questions -- is a coward because she lacks the courage to speak up.

Some final notes

Thanks: To readers who have worked directly with coward bosses and shared their experiences.

Congratulations: To readers who persevered and found productive ways to deal with coward bosses. Many changed jobs within their companies, others got new jobs in new companies, and some started their own companies and became their own bosses (brave ones, I hope).

Plus: I appreciate the bosses who commented that this has been a good checklist of what not to do.

Finally: Thank you to the readers who hated my post and had the courage to say so.

Courtesy: Copied from a blog.

Converting XML to Actionscript Object

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 07:16:00 +0000

var xmlStr:String = evt.result.toString();
var xmlDoc:XMLDocument = new XMLDocument(xmlStr);
var decoder:SimpleXMLDecoder = new SimpleXMLDecoder(true);
var resultObj:Object = decoder.decodeXML(xmlDoc);

Adobe Shadow

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 18:07:00 +0000

Inspect and preview web workflows on iOS and Android devices - A very interesting and innovative tool from Adobe. Though it's in beta, it has got good features. For more information go here.

What is Phone Gap?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:32:00 +0000

Phone Gap is an application framework that enables you to develop mobile applications using HTML 5 and JavaScript for various platforms like iOS, Android, Blackberry, Symbian and WebOS. This framework was developed by Nitobi, but later acquired by Adobe. A nice explanation about Phone Gap by Andrew Trice here.

Apache Flex Logo

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:33:00 +0000

Apache Flex Logo contest has ended and the final logo for Apache Flex is

Happy New Year 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 08:12:00 +0000

Wish you and your family a very happy and prosperous New Year 2012

Unlock Google Nexus one in 30 mins

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:13:00 +0000

How to unlock and root a Google Nexus One from clarklab on Vimeo.

For more info, click here.

New wmodes in Flash Player 10

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:09:00 +0000

Flash Player 10.1 includes two new window modes (wmode) which control how the Flash Player pushes its graphics to the screen.

Traditionally there have been 3 modes: normal, transparent & opaque. The newly added two wmodes are direct and gpu.

For more information click here.

How to make Data Visualization Simple!

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Poem on Internet....

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CS5 Launch - count down

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 23:45:00 +0000

Adobe has started the count down to release CS5 to the end user. I was much eagerly waiting for it for the last 8 months. I was eager to develop iPhone Application using AS3.0 and Flash/Flex(but I some how managed working with OpenPlug...till now). After seeing this video I came to a conclusion that developing Flex/Flash Applications for iPhone using CS5 will be more easier. To register for online event of Adobe CS5, visit this page.

Flash Builder 4 is out..!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 09:29:00 +0000

Hi, Adobe has released/shipped out the final version of Flash Builder 4 on Mar 22, 2010. It has many enhanced features for skinning and styling, Interactive Data Visualization, etc...
Flash Builder 4 has new features Network Monitor, AsDoc Generation... To know more about Flash Builder 4 click here

Eagerly waiting for Flash CS5...

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 15:17:00 +0000

I am eagerly waiting for Flash CS5 to develop IPhone application, are you also waiting for the same...then meanwhile you can have a quick look at the FAQ's on developing IPhone Applications using Flash CS5

Embedding Tomcat and BlazeDS in an AIR 2.0 Application

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 15:10:00 +0000

Lot of changes have been done in Adobe AIR 2.o. Christophe Coenraets has posted a good example (including source files) on Embedding Tomcat and BlazeDS into an AIR Application. But a small drawback is that you can try out that example on Flex Builder 3.x you have to download the Adobe Flex Builder 4.x. So if you are interested in knowing more about this in detail, you can find it here.

Profiling Flex Applications

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:23:00 +0000

Using Flex Builder you can also profile the external flex applications. This slideshow gives a clear picture on how to follow the process of profiling the external Flex Application from Flex Builder.
You can get the slideshow here.

AIR 2.0 and FP 10.1 now Available on Adobe Labs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:36:00 +0000

Adobe has released AIR 2.0 Beta & Flash Player 10.1 pre-release versions today. Adobe has provided new capabilities, and even tighter integration with the desktop for Adobe AIR 2.0 & Flash Player 10.1 enables Web browsing of expressive applications, content and video across devices.

You can find more information at Adobe Labs.

Flash Player 10.1 Features and Enhancements

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:44:00 +0000

Adobe is going to release Flash Player 10.1 with many features and enhancements. The below are some of them:
1.Global error handler
2.Globalization support
3.Mobile text input
4.Accelerometer input
5.Accelerometer input

and many more.

Adobe Flash Player for Mobile Devices and PCs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:33:00 +0000

Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1 is the first runtime release of the Open Screen Project that enables uncompromised Web browsing of expressive applications, content and video across devices. With support for a broad range of mobile devices, including smartphones, netbooks, smartbooks and other Internet-connected devices, Flash Player 10.1 allows your content to reach your customers wherever they are. Signup for latest releases of Flash Player for Mobile Devices.

IPhone Applications with Flash.

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:30:00 +0000

Adobe has created some of the IPhone application using Flash Professional CS5(beta version), which will enable you to build applications for iPhone and iPod touch using ActionScript 3. These applications can be delivered to iPhone and iPod touch users. For more information see Flash CS5 (sneak preview).

Adobe Flash Builder 4.0 Beta Extension

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 08:50:00 +0000

Hi.... We have got a wonderful opportunity to explore more out of Flash Builder 4 as the Beta Extension site is up and working now... If you want to extend your Flash Builder 4 trial period just log into this site and get your Flash Builder 4 key.

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Flex Builder 4 (Flash Builder) ready for testing.....

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:51:00 +0000

Are you eager to see the new features of Flex Builder 4 (it is renamed as Flash Builder). Then you can simply download a 30 day trial versions of both stand-alone & eclipse plugin from this link. Download Flash Builder here.

Add the missing Show Desktop Icon to Quick Launch

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:23:00 +0000

Just copy these lines of code into the notepad and save the file as "Show Desktop.scf".


[Shell]
Command=2
IconFile=explorer.exe,3
[Taskbar]
Command=ToggleDesktop

Now drag the file into the Quick Launch.

Google SMS Channels ....

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A wonderful Mobile Network utility... I just created and published a Channel on Google SMS Channel. If you want to subscribe to my channel, search for "HarshaGupta" & then subscribe...

Adobe® Flex™ Builder 3 Pro for Unemployed...

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 01:29:00 +0000

Adobe Flex Builder 3 software is currently available for free for software developers who are affected by the current economic condition and are currently unemployed.

Program eligibility:

To receive the product under this program, you must attest to the fact that you are currently unemployed and that the software will be used only for your personal use not for any production or commercial purposes.

1) You are not currently employed or being paid to develop software applications or web pages
2) Adobe Flex Builder 3 Software, you receive under this program is for your personal use to learn about Adobe Flex and improve my skills
3) Your license to use Flex Builder 3 under this program will not be used for production or commercial purposes, nor will it be transferred to any other person or entity, including to your employer should you become employed.

If you are ready to agree these terms then you can get your licensed version of Flex Build for free. Get Flex Builder with License here if you are unemployed...., Get Your Flex Builder with License here if you are a student/faculty ...