Message #61216

[spitfire78]

I agree that communication is key.  Perhaps they don't really know the way - why don't you show them and initiate the dialog yourself.  I realize that your relationship with them isn't the greatest, but it is never going to improve if neither side steps forward to change things.  If you try and they don't return it, then you need to make a decision as to whether or not you want to continue working for people who obviously don't wish/know how to deal with you.  

Please don't take this the wrong way but sometimes the best way to break the communication barrier is to look in the mirror.  Look very hard and see if there is something inside you that is preventing you from communicating with them.  If there is, try to change it and see what happens.  If you honestly feel that there is nothing you can do differently and they still aren't responding to you - maybe it's time to move on.