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6 Danger Signs of Unhealthy Leadership

I wonder if the so-called leaders at my workplace are healthy... we are supposed to be producing leaders, aren't we? Are you healthy? -------------------------- 6 Danger Signs of Unhealthy Leadership by Leroy Barber Leading is not an easy job, and for most of us, it is trying to find balance between managing our own lives and mistakes while leading people. This can prove to be quite difficult and can lead to a ton of complications if not done well. There are a few signs to look for that will warn us if a leader is headed in the right direction and can help guide when deciding to give someone our support. I call them the red flags of leadership. 1. The use of too many personal pronouns when describing the work of a team or organization. Most, if not all, great accomplishments are the result of a good team. No one does everything themselves, and when a leader over uses “I” and “me” to describe the work of an organization, you might have a problem. 2. When a leader surrounds him or he