Jostle Blog Bad leadership: 10 traits to avoid — and lessons bad leaders can teach us

Have you ever felt uninspired, undervalued, or utterly lost at work? While you may not immediately make the connection, chances are you’ve encountered bad leadership. Not all leaders have the qualities necessary to inspire and guide their teams effectively.  We often celebrate the qualities of a great leader, but it’s equally important to recognize the characteristics of an ineffective leader. By identifying and understanding the negative traits, we can learn how to avoid them. This article will identify 10 common traits of leaders and the negative impact they have on their teams and organizations. Additionally, we will look at some valuable lessons we can learn from them. By doing so we can cultivate the skills and behaviors that make for a positive and empowering leadership style, one that encourages growth and success for ourselves and anyone we may lead.