15 Unmistakable Qualities of a Bad Manager

15 Unmistakable Qualities of a Bad Manager

How many of these have you fallen prey to? It’s possible I’ve done a few of these in my life.

  1. Takes credit for others’ work
  2. Doesn’t show appreciation or give recognition to employees
  3. Micromanages
  4. Unable to trust (control freak)
  5. Plays favorites
  6. Doesn’t provide clear or realistic direction
  7. Is unavailable or avoids tough conversations
  8. Lack of empathy or compassion (low emotional intelligence)
  9. Unable to listen and respond to feedback (poor listener)
  10. Doesn’t lead by example
  11. Lacks humility or self-awareness
  12. Manages with fear, not fairness
  13. Is complacent about poor performing or toxic team members
  14. Doesn’t follow through or recognize their own responsibilities
  15. Doesn’t live up to workplace values

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