I once worked for a boss who ran the office by temper tantrum. I learned everything I know about how NOT to run an office from her.

We decided she was overwhelmed by her job and the responsibilities she was forced to assume. As a result she was frightened and insecure and overcompensated by taking it out on us.

None of this helps you directly, Guest, except that you should look at this as not being a reflection on anything you have done. You could be, unfairly of course, just taking the brunt of his anger and frustration.

I am curious, though, are you female? Is this a case of male domination that you refuse to put up with? That could set off a negative behavior pattern too.

Either way, you are better off not working for him. When you interview for your new job point out your 30 year record and, if asked, explain the possible reasons why your boss was difficult to work with.