Navigating the Minefield of Incompetent Leadership

We've all seen it—the style of leadership that leaves you questioning, "What were they thinking?"

Let's dive deep into this issue and arm you with the knowledge to rise above:

• Identifying toxic incompetence in leadership.

• Spotting the signs of destructive leadership habits.

• Tips from Jocko Willink on how to deal with poor leaders.

• Introducing an essential read for aspiring leaders.

We've got to chat about a problem hiding in plain sight: toxic incompetence in leadership.

Not everyone is born ready to lead; some of us stumble and learn along the way.

But there's a fine line between a learning curve and destructive habits that can harm a company.

And I'm here to help you spot these signs so you can steer clear of them.

Let's clear the air: being disliked or misunderstood doesn't automatically make a leader toxic.

Yet, when their actions start fighting against the company's progress, that's when alarm bells should ring.

Visionary leaders often start projects with passion but lose interest before the finish line.

They can also create a cult-like inner circle that ostracizes the rest of the team.

(Not cool.)

And when they can't solve problems with the product or market, they sometimes go overboard with sweeping operational changes.

That's like using a sledgehammer when a scalpel would do.

Random organizational reshuffling? Just adds to the chaos.

And let's not even start on pet projects that drain resources and go nowhere.

Remember, leadership is not just about having a vision but also about the willingness to learn from mistakes.

Keep this in mind, and you'll avoid the trap of toxic incompetence.

Dealing with poor leaders can feel like a drag. But here are a few tips from Jocko Willink to keep you on track.

• First, take a deep breath. You're not alone in this struggle.

• It's important to lead by example. Show what good leadership looks like.

• Communicate effectively and without confrontation. It can turn the tide.

• Seek to understand the root of poor leadership. It might just be a skill gap.

• Don't undermine your leader. Instead, support them to improve.

Focus on what you can control:

Your own actions and responses.

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Cheers,
Myke
& the L.O. Team