Is it ever a good idea to call your boss out in front of multiple people?

[Anonymous]

Yes.
That's why they make the big bucks. To have their arses over the fire. If they can't take the heat then they need a new job.

[Anonymous]

What does it mean to "call your boss out"? Many more details needed.

Correct a factual error boss made that could impact the outcome during a decision-making meeting? Absolutely do it, professionally.
Go on a rant about how terrible they are? Certainly not.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Is this ever justified?

I'm a boss, and it depends. If I make a mistake and you know I haven't realized it, then i appreciate the correction. As long as you are being helpful, I don't mind. But if "call out" means trying to embarrass or one-up me for personal benefit, then your days are numbered.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Yes.
That's why they make the big bucks. To have their arses over the fire. If they can't take the heat then they need a new job.

I think there is difference between heat and toxic behavior

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Is this ever justified?

Probably not. Unless it’s a family member.

[Anonymous]

I’ve never called a boss out. I would say something in private. I view it as my job to support my boss.

I suppose if really big mistake I would say something like “actually just got this information a few months ago that might help . . . “

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Not unless they sexually assaulted you.

It had to be egregious, documented call out, where security will escort them out the door

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WP-lrftLQaQ

[Anonymous]

NO...

If they are making you do something horrible and don't listen to your concerns, talk to HR or another person on the team in private to ask for advice