A Blamer-Complainer rains on anybody's parade. Your best bet is to anticipate the sour attitude, set up a positive atmosphere, and look for the strengths in everything and everyone. To deal effectively with Blamer-Complainers, remember:
1. Anticipate the possibility that mistakes will be made and talk about it upfront.
2. Spread out responsibility across teams so no one person is vulnerable to blame.
3. Accept blame when you deserve it.
4. Be humble, especially with a Blamer-Complainer boss.
5. Heap on the praise to make the Blamer-Complainer feel important.
6. Cover yourself - document what you've done in case the Blamer-Complainer targets you.