Avoiding the 'Bad Boss' Trap

The Mental Breakdown - Edition #66

From the Coaches

Marcel Schwantes encourages leaders, whether they are supervisors or CEOs, to embrace servant leadership habits to enhance their influence and the well-being of their teams in 3 Leadership Habits to Avoid the 'Bad Boss' Trap.

Ipek Serifsoy emphasizes the role of 'Coaching Presence' in shaping inclusive and servant leaders in The Power of Coaching Presence in Becoming an Inclusive & Servant Leader.

Matthew Rechs explains the importance of supporting and managing neurodiverse teams, particularly those including Autistic individuals, by providing clear communication, celebrating differences, and offering positive feedback in Whatever it Takes: Managing Neurodiverse Teams.

Lolly Daskal argues that effective leadership requires leaders to focus on areas such as self-care, delegation, setting boundaries, mindfulness, and seeking support in 5 Important Tips to Help Leaders Avoid Overwhelm.

Richard Smith highlights that curiosity plays a vital role in leadership by fostering innovation, creative problem-solving, and collaboration in Leadership Values in Action: Curiosity.

Alisa Cohn discusses strategies for individuals to take control of their work experience and find success, fulfillment, and happiness in their jobs in 4 strategies to take control of your experience at work

From the Operators & Investors

Dan Barnett makes the case that effective execution, combined with a clear vision and a focus on core strategies, can lead to success and growth in any organization in From vision to victory: 3 keys to effective execution

Arvid Kahl discusses the concept of "authenticity" in the digital age, particularly in the context of online self-presentation and social media in “Authenticity” in the Digital Age.

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