Bad boss or not, you are responsible for managing your own career. Here are some tips that can be useful whether or not your boss is up to snuff:
“Regardless of whether you have a Manager of the Year or one that is ho hum, it is important for each professional to take responsibility for his/her career development and not rely on a superior to make it all happen. If you feel that your boss is not capable of managing your professional development, I recommend that you take the wheel…before your frustration grows and your career is compromised. Below is the strategy to make it happen…”
Read: How to manage your career with a boss who is a bad manager. at The Lawyer Whisperer