Another reason to be a good boss: you will retain top talent for longer, and will spend less on management, training and recruitment.

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Of all people, the boss should be setting a good example for you and your co-workers.

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"David will be a good signing for us, " said Sunderland boss Roy Keane.

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This is your chance, Claman says, to find out if the job, but more importantly, the boss, is going to be a good fit for you.

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If he or she can put in a good word for you with your would-be boss, great.

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Shares in companies like Hong Kong-listed electronics supplier AAC Technologies have shot up by more than 80%, putting its boss Pan Zhengmin in a good position to return to soon-to-be-unveiled 2012 Forbes China Rich List.

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