This is not an article about a sitcom which I never felt was worth watching on TV! It is about what to do if you appear to have multiple bosses giving conflicting directions and sending crossed signals. Such a situation presented itself to me early in my career and I have heard similar nightmares from both contractors and permanent placements many times.
Quite honestly, there is no simple solution to avoiding a power struggle among superiors or those who think they are superior. When you find yourself following the lead of your alleged boss but then getting raked over the coals by his or her delegates and/or immediate reports, you have just one place to go. Schedule a conversation with the person you are officially assigned to and ask them how to navigate this awkward situation. Sometimes, it is a simple fix but other times it will not go away.
Previously, when the economy was thriving, my advice would have been to start an earnest job search. For obvious reasons, this is not terribly feasible right now. The best solution I could give is to document every direction and criticism you receive and keep them handy in case you find yourself in a position to have to defend your right to remain employed.
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