It's not new to understand that many leaders also fail. The reasons for this are varied.
Some simply lack the skills needed to lead and develop people, while others have personalities inconsistent with good leadership.
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However, some of these leaders end up, most of the time, being toxic and can harm the team.
So how do you identify if your supervisor (or future supervisor) is a toxic leader? Watch out for the signs and don't let bad leadership affect your career.
Displays behavior based on self-interest
Be wary of leaders intoxicated by power. After all, as we have already heard: “power corrupts”. However, it is important to note that power only becomes destructive when used for selfish purposes.
Unfortunately, some leaders allow a position of power to go to their heads – and that can be dangerous. Rather than acting for the benefit of the collective, they put their own interests first.
Leader who maintains threatening behavior
Punishment is a bad and usually ineffective leadership tactic. It does not inspire positive and productive behaviors in your employees, rather it triggers resentment and distrust.
The correct thing is that a leader's behavior is to motivate his team in a positive way. After all, leadership isn't about fear and punishment, it's about inspiration and motivation.
Leader with lying behavior
Make no mistake: the truth is what really matters. Recent research has revealed that followers value the integrity and honesty of their leaders above all else. Those who are caught lying, and even worse, who don't own up or apologize, completely lose the team's trust.
And make no mistake: if your boss has lied to you once, it probably wasn't the first and it probably won't be the last time.
Leader with inconsistent attitudes
Have you ever had a boss who seems more of a hindrance than a help? Someone who doesn't keep his promises, gives contradictory orders and works against the team?
Unfortunately, this chaotic and inconsistent behavior is common in toxic leaders. If you're dealing with this situation, it's time to take action. Don't let your team suffer from this ongoing pattern of inappropriate behavior.
Leader promoting division
Turning a team into a split group can be a big mistake. While it's natural to want to build an exemplary team and reward your most talented employees. Above all, care must be taken not to cross the line between healthy competition and blatant favoritism.
If your boss is rewarding group members not for good performance but for their loyalty or flattery, it could be a clear sign of toxic leadership.
