The article explores the characteristics that define bad leaders, contrasting them with exemplary leadership qualities often discussed at leadership conferences. It identifies four specific traits of ineffective leaders: a distorted view of power that prioritizes personal gain over the common good, hypocrisy, and a suspension of ethical standards that leads to impulsive decision-making. Bad leaders hold others accountable while failing to meet the same standards themselves. They often disregard expert advice and consultation, making decisions that can harm those they are meant to lead. Their behavior contrasts sharply with the ideals of good leadership.
Bad leaders distort their view of power, using it not for the greater good but solely for personal gain, undermining the very people they are meant to lead.
Hypocrisy is a key trait of bad leaders; they enforce standards on others while exempting themselves from those same expectations, often accusing others of their own faults.
The suspension of ethical standards among leaders is another indicator of bad leadership, where impulsiveness overrides sound judgment and consultation with experts.
Bad leaders fail to consult broadly, relying on impulsive decision-making that disregards the wisdom and expertise of those around them, undermining their effectiveness.
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